Writing a Story for Assessment
Some tests ask you to write a story of your own, using another story as inspiration. The following activity will help you practice.
Analyze a story prompt.
Read the following prompt and answer the PAST questions about it. Then write down ideas for your story. Make a copy of this Google doc or download a Word template.
Read the writing prompt.
You’ve just read about a shadow and a reflection. Now imagine that you have an adventure with your own shadow or reflection. How do you discover each other? Do you get along? What do you do together? Write a short story that describes your experience with your shadow or reflection. Try to make your story entertaining and original.
Answer the PAST questions.
Purpose?
To tell a story that is entertaining and original
Audience?
Readers
Subject?
An adventure I have with my shadow or reflection
Type?
Short story