Using what you have learned about short stories over the past semester, you will write a short story of your own.

TASK: Using what you have learned about short stories over the past semester, you will write a short story of
your own.

GUIDELINES:
Your story must be a minimum of 2 pages and a maximum of 5 pages. The assignment must be typed
using size 12 font and double spaced.
Your story must have ONLY one main character
Your story must have a minimum of ONE and a maximum of 3 supporting characters
Your story must clearly fit on a Freytags Pyramid (contain all 6 sections of a plot) See below..
Your story can include meaningful and effective dialogue
Your story must clearly include at least one of the five types of conflict (protagonist against another
individual, protagonist against nature/technology, protagonist against society, protagonist against God,
protagonist against self)
Your story must make clear use of one of the following techniques: flashback, foreshadowing, suspense,
symbolism or irony (must specify which type on your proposal)
Dont forget to choose a creative and/or appropriate title

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