Flash Fiction: What Is It?
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Flash Fiction: What Is It?

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What is flash fiction typically defined as?

  • A very short story with no set word count (correct)
  • A type of prose poem with an emotional focus
  • A genre of fiction with no word count restrictions
  • A traditional short story with multiple pages

    • What is a key characteristic that sets flash fiction apart from prose poems and vignettes?

  • Use of experimental narrative structures
  • Use of poetic language
  • Focus on emotional exploration
  • A complete plot with a beginning, middle, and end (correct)

    • What is a common element of great flash fiction?

  • A detailed backstory for characters
  • A happy ending
  • A slow build-up to a climax
  • Surprise, often in the form of a twist ending (correct)

    • What is one way to learn how to write flash fiction?

    <p>Writing multiple flash pieces to get the hang of it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical word count range for flash fiction stories?

    <p>Six words to 1,000 words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of flash fiction stories?

    <p>Brevity, compressing a story into few paragraphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of writing flash fiction?

    <p>To prompt the reader to think deeply about the story's meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary element of a flash fiction story?

    <p>A beginning, middle, and end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to keep the character count low in flash fiction?

    <p>Because there is limited space to describe characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a hook in a flash fiction story?

    <p>To start the story with a compelling scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a successful flash fiction ending?

    <p>It is a twist that the reader didn't see coming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to have a clear ending in a flash fiction story?

    <p>To provide a sense of closure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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