Question

Think of the novels and short stories you’ve read in the past. Make a list of ways an author adds excitement or importance to a story. What qualities make a story engaging for you as a reader?

Answer 1

Answer:

a strong plot

interesting characters

details that make it easy to picture the action

the writing style or tone

a surprise ending

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Here are some elements that keep many people engaged in a story:

• a strong plot

• interesting characters

• details that make it easy to picture the action

• the writing style or tone

• a surprise ending