Consider a short story where a character in a small town is shunned by the community because they have a different appearance. The townspeople start leaving mean notes and making unkind gestures. Another example could be a short fictional scenario where a student steals another student's project idea and presents it as their own, which is a mean act within the context of a school - related short story.
Sure. There could be a short fictional account of a boss who constantly undermines an employee's work in front of others for no good reason. Also, a story where a group of friends exclude one person from their activities just because they think they're different, which is a form of meanness.
Examples of short fiction forms include the short story. Hemingway's 'Hills Like White Elephants' is a famous short story. Flash fiction is exemplified by works where the author quickly gets to the point in just a few lines. The vignette form can be found in some contemporary literature where the focus is on a very specific moment, such as a moment of realization or a brief encounter.
Sure. For short stories, 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry is a great example. It's a classic short story with a twist ending. As for flash fiction, 'Cat Person' by Kristen Roupenian is well - known. It caused quite a stir when it was published. A novelette example could be 'Of Mice and Men' by John Steinbeck, which has more depth compared to a typical short story.
One example could be 'The Little Prince'. The main character is small in stature compared to the adults he encounters, and his story is full of profound insights. Another might be some short stories where a short - statured detective uses his wits instead of physical strength to solve crimes.
One example could be a short story about cyclo racing, which was once very popular in Vietnam. The story might revolve around a cyclo driver who was also an athlete in his own right, competing against others in a local race. It would show the unique nature of this sport in the Vietnamese context.
As I said before, if we consider 'fiction', 'fic' could be an example. But for the whole 'word for short form of fiction', there are no common examples that I know of.
Sure. 'A Sound of Thunder' by Ray Bradbury is a great example. It's a science - fiction short story that explores the concept of time travel and the consequences of small actions. 'Hills Like White Elephants' by Ernest Hemingway is also popular. It's a minimalist story that leaves a lot to the reader's interpretation, mainly dealing with the relationship between a man and a woman.
One example is 'The old photo fluttered to the floor. Memories flooded back, but she couldn't face them.' Another could be 'The match flared in the dark. For a moment, he saw the face of his enemy. Then it was gone.' These very short micro fictions are great at creating a strong emotional impact in just a few words.
The theme of power is often seen. It can be about a character's struggle for power, or how power corrupts. The theme of dreams and aspirations is also common. Characters may have big dreams that they are either trying to achieve or are being thwarted in their attempts. And of course, the theme of war, which can show the horror, the heroism and the consequences of armed conflict.
Sure. 'A young wizard's adventures at a magical school' could be a short description for the 'Harry Potter' series. Another one might be 'A girl's journey through a strange, upside - down world' which could describe 'Alice in Wonderland'.
Yes. A twist ending example is in 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. The story seems to be about a normal village lottery until the very end when it's revealed that the 'winner' will be stoned to death. For a bittersweet ending, consider 'A Rose for Emily' by William Faulkner. Emily kills her lover and lives with his corpse, but there is also a sense of her being a tragic figure. An ironic ending can be found in 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant. Mathilde spends years paying off a debt for a necklace that turns out to be a fake.