Today we wrote the comprehension test for our short story unit.
Tuesday: your first draft of your short story is due. Be sure to type it up, double space, check and re-check that you have followed all of the criteria. Re-read the exercises we did in class where we practiced revealing character traits and character motivations through action and dialogue rather than through straight description. As you revise, ensure that no more than 25% of your story is "telling". Focus on showing--via action, descriptions of symbols which represent the character, what other characters have to say or their reactions to the character, character foils, dialogue, dreams, etc. Read your notes.
Looking forward to reading your stories soon.
We will need to submit them Friday (good copy) in order to mail them off to the BCTELA writing contest. Maximum word length: 1500.
