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Writing Exercise #18:

Character & Setting
 

Part One: Atmosphere
Choose an atmosphere you would like to create. Write a one to two paragraph setting that describes a place you know well, using details from the five senses. Select only details from the list below to create your chosen atmosphere.
 

Examples:
Eerie
Peaceful
Dark
Exciting
Ominous
Happy
Sad
Funny
Busy
Stark
Organized
Chaotic
Comfortable
Distressing
Energizing
Depressing
Hopeful
Shabby
Luxurious
Discomforting

Part Two: Setting, Conflict & Character
Choose a setting that you know well where there could be a conflict between the setting and a character. Write one to two paragraphs describing the character interacting or reacting with the setting to create conflict. You may use any POV for this section. Remember to use your senses and choose specific and vivid details.
 

Examples:
Snowstorm
Messy room or garage
Garden in need of work
Room where there will be a test
New work place or new classroom
Cafeteria full of strangers
Lake or sea during a storm
Toy store
Family reunion
Camping site
Airplane or train or car or bus
Vacation cabin/house
Kindergarten classroom
Vacation cabin/house
City street

Length: Two paragraphs (One paragraph for each section)