Story Writing
ASAP & Pathos
Writing Techniques
Writing Techniques
100

They attract the readers and set the tone of the story.

What is a Title?

100

Consists of characters, setting, & Pathos.

What is ASAP?

100

A figure of speech that directly compares two unrelated things, by stating one is the other.

What is a Metaphor?

100

States a trio of words, or phrases. It is effective, memorable, and satisfying to the reader.

What is the Rule of 3?

200

A short quotation or sentence placed at the beginning of your story.

What is an Epigraph?

200

It prevents the story from starting with bland details, it forces engagement, and establishes the tone and mood.

Why is ASAP important?

200

A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words like or as.

What is a Simile?

200

Descriptive language or detailed description?

What is Imagery also called?

300

Use ASAP, characters, setting and Pathos. Also use Imagery early on.

How should you write the beginning of your story?

300

It is when we make the readers care about the character.

What is Pathos?

300

The repetition of the same sound at the start of a series of words

What is Alliteration?

300

The use of vivid descriptive language that appeals to the five senses.

What is Imagery?

400

Conflict should get worse, and make the ending make sense for your character(s).

What should the middle and end of your story include?

400

It evokes emotions, and makes the story more impactful. We want to make the reader CARE about the character(s).

Why is Pathos important?

400

Used to emphasize specific words and evoke emotions.

What is Alliteration used for?

400

Focuses on strategically placing the most important, dramatic or impactful words usually at the very beginning or very end of a sentence.

What is Power Position?