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Understanding Story Definition of Story: 1.1.  Story is ‘an account of imaginary or real people and events told for entertainment.’ "an adventure story" 2.   2. Story is ‘an account of past events in someone's life or in the development of something.’ - Oxford Languages  Elements of story: The key elements of a story are plot, setting, characters, point of view, conflict, and theme, which together create the backbone of a narrative. These elements interact and shape each other, contributing to the overall story's impact.  Here's a more detailed look at each element: 1.  Plot: The sequence of events in a story, including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.    2. Setting: The time and place where the story unfolds, which can include geographical location, historical period, and social conditions.  3. Characters: The people or figures in the story, including the protagonist (main character...

  Understanding Poetry Definition: Poetry is a ‘literary work in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by the use of distinctive style and rhythm; poems collectively or as a genre of literature.’ - Oxford Languages Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feeling. - William Wordsworth Poetry means simile or comparison. –Jibonanando Das Elements of Poetry: Poetry uses various elements to create its unique effects, including imagery, figurative language, rhythm and rhyme, and structure. These elements, when combined, help poets convey their ideas and evoke emotions in readers.  Here's a more detailed look at some key elements of poetry: 1. Imagery:   Definition: Language that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create vivid mental images. Example: "The sweet, warm smell of baking bread filled the kitchen". 2. Figurative Language:  Definition: Language that uses words ...

Appreciating short stories and poems Appreciating is actually criticism. You should not write summary. So read the text out and out to: Ø   find out the subject matter and   Ø   find out the theme   Ø   then write down the theme and subject matter in not more than 50 words. Ø   Do not worry about the names of the text and it’s author.   Ø   Do not worry about the size.   You may use the following format. This text is a nice poem/story.---------------- is the main theme of the poem/story. Here (2) ----------------is depicted very carefully. (3) ---------------. (4) -----------------. So (5) ----------------- is praiseworthy/very important/noteworthy.   (1+2+5) subject matter   (3+4) Your own sentences.   Understanding Poetry Examples: 1.       Write down the theme of the following poem (Not more than 50 words) Amidst killer speeds I stand Facing the traffic, stretchi...