Writing assignment.pptx - 2024 englishla

writing

1. Create your own story in groups Andrea Cuenca

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4. How to edit your story? Revising the Story on Your Own Come to the story with fresh eyes. To edit the story effectively, you need to try to read it with a fresh perspective. You may need to take a break and put the story away for a few days so you can think about other things or other stories.

5. How to edit your story? Read the story out loud. You should read the short story aloud to hear how it sounds on the page. This can help you identify basic issues like misspelled words or grammatical errors.

6. How to edit your story? Trim or remove any excess words. Tighten up your language so it feels intentional and strong. Read each sentence in the short story and remove any words that seem unnecessary or excessive.

7. How to edit your story? Replace cliche phrases with unique ones. Check that your short story is not littered with cliches, as this is often a sign the writing is not as strong as it could be. A cliche is a phrase that has become so familiar, it has lost its meaning.

8. How to edit your story? Check that you are showing, not telling. You should read over your short story to make sure you are always showing the reader what is happening in the scene or in the moment. Avoid explaining or telling the reader what is going on, as this can damage the emotional impact of the story