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What is the typical word count range for flash fiction?
What is the typical word count range for flash fiction?
Which of the following is NOT a name commonly used for flash fiction?
Which of the following is NOT a name commonly used for flash fiction?
What distinguishes flash fiction from other types of fiction?
What distinguishes flash fiction from other types of fiction?
Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with flash fiction?
Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with flash fiction?
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What is a key feature of flash fiction that makes it unique?
What is a key feature of flash fiction that makes it unique?
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Study Notes
Flash Fiction Overview
- Typical word count range for flash fiction is between 100 to 1,500 words, often emphasizing brevity and impact.
- Common names for flash fiction include microfiction, sudden fiction, and short short stories; however, "long fiction" is NOT a name associated with it.
Distinction from Other Fiction
- Flash fiction is distinguished by its concise form, requiring a complete narrative within limited word count, unlike longer formats that allow for extensive development.
- The structure typically involves a single conflict or moment which leaves a significant emotional or intellectual impression on readers.
Interchangeable Terms
- The term "microfiction" is sometimes used interchangeably with flash fiction, reflecting similar characteristics of brevity and precision.
Unique Features
- A key feature of flash fiction is its ability to convey a story or theme quickly, often using suggestive language and sparse details to evoke powerful imagery and emotions in a short space.
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Description
Test your knowledge of flash fiction terminology including postcard fiction, micro-fiction, short short story, and sudden fiction. Learn about the varying word count ranges and distinctions between these terms.
