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Explainhowthevariouselementsoftheplotprogressinoneoftheassignedshortstories.docx

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· Explain how the various elements of the plot progress in one of the assigned short stories.

· How does the setting affect your interpretation of one of the assigned stories? What aspects of the setting - physical, geographical, historical - are important in the story you chose to write about? Be specific and provide examples for support from the reading.

· Describe the author's style in one of the assigned stories. What sort of diction does the author use? What effect does it have on his/her rhetoric?

Note: To earn full credit for this graded discussion, post at least two times. First, post your own thoughts. This post should be substantial (containing at least 300-350 words). Next, respond to the post of another student. Remember to follow the rules of netiquette. Be polite, professional, and thoughtful. This post should contain at least 100-150 words. All posts need to be in your own words. Refer to the Grading rubric on the right for specific content criteria.

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