Can short stories be considered sketches?

Sure, short stories are typically considered a form of prose. They tell a story in written form, without the constraints of poetry's rhythm and meter.

Not really. Poems and short stories have distinct forms and purposes. Poems focus more on imagery and rhythm, while short stories have a narrative structure with a beginning, middle, and end.

Sure, short stories can absolutely be manuscripts. A manuscript is simply a written work, regardless of its length.

Definitely. Consider Sherwood Anderson's 'Winesburg, Ohio'. It's a collection of short stories. However, all the stories are set in the same small town and the characters are interconnected. This gives the collection a sense of unity and continuity, much like what we expect from a novel. So, in essence, a well - crafted collection of short stories with enough coherence can be regarded as a novel.

Anton Chekhov is also a master of short stories. His stories often deal with the ordinary lives of Russian people. He has a unique ability to show complex human emotions and relationships in a concise way. For example, in 'The Lady with the Dog', he delved into the subtleties of love and morality.

Yes, to some extent. The Bible contains many individual narratives and accounts that could be seen as short stories with moral or religious lessons.

It depends. Sometimes a collection of related short stories with a common theme or characters can feel like a novel, but it's not always the case.

Short stories can be either fiction or nonfiction. It depends on the content and the author's intention.

Yes, fables are typically short stories. They often have a simple plot and a moral lesson.

No, poems and short stories are distinct forms of writing. Poems focus on expressing emotions and ideas through rhythm and imagery, while short stories tell a fictional or factual narrative with a beginning, middle, and end.