Can you give examples of using 'first', 'next' and 'last' in a detective story?

First, there was a small, dilapidated house at the edge of the town. Next, a family of three moved in. Then, they started to renovate the house bit by bit. They painted the walls, fixed the roof, and last, they turned it into a beautiful and cozy home full of love and laughter.

First, a group of friends planned a picnic. Next, they prepared all the delicious food like sandwiches and fruits. Then, they drove to a beautiful park. After arriving, they spread out their picnic blanket. Last, they had a great time eating, chatting, and enjoying the sunshine in the park.

First, decide on the setting of the story. It could be a magical forest or a bustling city. Then, introduce the protagonist. This person should have some goals or desires. Next, build up the tension in the story. Maybe the protagonist loses something important. Last, conclude the story by showing whether the protagonist achieves their goals or learns an important lesson.

In a gardening context, the setting of the garden plot matters. The type of soil (rich, sandy, etc.), the amount of sunlight the area gets, and the presence of any structures like fences or trellises are aspects of the setting. This is not a story but these settings affect what plants can be grown and how well they grow. Also, in a dance performance, the stage setting (size, shape, and any special features like a raised platform or a curtain backdrop) is used to enhance the choreography and the overall visual impact without being part of a story.

Sure. 'I set off on my journey with a backpack full of dreams. I had always wanted to see the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu. As I climbed the steep paths, I could feel my heart pounding with excitement.'

Sure. For example, in 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, the first line is 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' And the last line is 'Darcy, as well as Elizabeth, really loved them; and they were both ever sensible of the warmest gratitude towards the persons who, by bringing her into Derbyshire, had been the means of uniting them.'

The story goes like this. First, the youngest billy goat Gruff started his journey towards the bridge leading to the delicious grass. He soon realized there was a troll beneath. Then, he quickly thought of a plan to deceive the troll. Next, the middle - sized billy goat Gruff tried to cross. He too managed to make the troll wait for a bigger prey. In the end, or last, the biggest billy goat Gruff arrived. He used his power to defeat the troll and all three goats were able to cross the bridge and reach their destination.

First, you introduce the setting. Let's say it's a story set in a medieval village. Next, you bring in the conflict, like a dragon is terrorizing the village. Then, the hero decides to take action and goes on a quest to slay the dragon. Finally, the hero returns victorious and the village is saved.

Yes. 'Today, the stock market experienced a significant drop due to global economic concerns.'

Sure. 'The bookshop stocks various fictions from different countries.'