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Short Story — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 10 · English Language - Archer

4 mind maps of Short Story for ICSE Class 10 English Language - Archer, each also written out as a text outline.

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Short Story Writing Elements

Short Story Writing Elements

The map in words

  • Short Story Writing
    • Planning
      • Mind Maps
      • Character Development
      • Plot Outline
      • Setting and Time
    • Writing Techniques
      • Show Don't Tell
      • Strong Verbs
      • Specific Words
      • Consistent Tense
    • Dialogue
      • Realistic Speech
      • Character Voice
      • Natural Patterns
      • Information Conveyance
    • Structure
      • Opening Hook
      • Rising Action
      • Climax
      • Resolution
    • Style
      • Concise Language
      • Avoid Adverbs
      • Word Choice
      • Imagery

Mind map showing the essential components of short story writing including elements, techniques, and structure

Mind map showing the essential components of short story writing including elements, techniques, and structure

The map in words

  • Short Story
    • Elements
      • Characters
        • Protagonist
        • Supporting cast
      • Setting
        • Time
        • Place
      • Plot
        • Beginning
        • Conflict
        • Resolution
    • Techniques
      • Show dont tell
      • Dialogue
      • Imagery
      • Point of view
    • Structure
      • Opening hook
      • Rising action
      • Climax
      • Conclusion

Flowchart illustrating the choice between telling and showing, and how showing creates reader engagement

Flowchart illustrating the choice between telling and showing, and how showing creates reader engagement

The map in words

  • Story Element
    • How to present?
      • Tell: Direct Statement
        • Reader learns facts
      • Show: Create Scene
        • Use Actions
          • Reader experiences story
        • Use Dialogue
        • Use Sensory Details

Writing a short story through show-don't-tell, planning, character dialogue, and careful style

Writing a short story through show-don't-tell, planning, character dialogue, and careful style

The map in words

  • Writing a short story through show-don't-tell, planning, character dialogue, and careful style
    • Show, do not tell
    • Dialogue writing
    • Story planning
    • Character and plot development
    • Style and language choices
    • Story structure guidelines

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Short Story for ICSE Class 10 English Language - Archer?
Key topics in Short Story include Core Idea of Short Story Writing, Show, Do Not Tell, Writing a Short Dialogue, Drafting an Outline. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 10 board exam.
What do the concept maps for Short Story show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Short Story connect: Short Story Writing Elements; Mind map showing the essential components of short story writing including elements, techniques, and structure. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Short Story for the ICSE Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Short Story. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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