Let’s Make It Better!

The video tutorial explores the writing process, focusing on revising and editing a short story. It reviews the story elements and uses a rubric to ensure all necessary components are included. The tutorial also emphasizes the importance of proofreading and correcting errors using a checklist. The teacher provides examples of common mistakes and how to fix them, encouraging students to apply these techniques to their own work.

What are the first two steps in the short story writing process?

• Outlining and researching

• Revising and editing

• Drafting and publishing

• Brainstorming and prewriting

Which element is NOT part of a short story's structure?

• Setting

• Character

• Plot

• Dialogue

What is the main conflict in 'The Kelsey's Vacation'?

• Matthew is left behind at the bus exhibit

• The museum is closed unexpectedly

• Charlie and Matthew argue over exhibits

• The family loses their way in the museum

What genre does the short story 'The Kelsey's Vacation' belong to?

• Science Fiction

• Fantasy

• Historical Fiction

• Realistic Fiction

What tool is used to ensure all necessary elements are included in a short story?

• Proofreading checklist

• Short story rubric

• Character map

• Genre guide

What punctuation error was found in the sentence about Mr. and Missus Kelsey?

• Missing commas

• Incorrect capitalization

• Missing periods

• Extra exclamation marks

What should be done if a word's spelling is uncertain during proofreading?

• Ignore it

• Guess the spelling

• Ask a friend

• Look it up in a dictionary