They often have a quick build - up of suspense. For example, in many stories, the author will introduce a strange or menacing element right at the start to hook the reader.
Sure. 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe is a great one. It's about a man who is haunted by the vulture - like eye of an old man he lives with and his descent into madness as he plots to kill the old man. Another is 'The Monkey's Paw' where a family gets a magical paw that grants wishes but with terrifying consequences.
Well, there are horror stories about cultural misunderstandings. For instance, the teaching style that might work well in Western countries could be completely misinterpreted in Korea. Teachers might be too direct or casual in their teaching approach according to the local standards, and this can lead to conflicts with students or parents. Also, some teachers have horror stories about the long working hours. They might be expected to work extra hours without proper compensation, like staying late to help students with exams or prepare teaching materials.
Definitely. '100 esl short stories' are often designed with beginners in mind. They tend to have basic vocabulary and easy - to - understand sentence structures which make it accessible for those who are just starting to learn English.
One common 'Korea ESL horror story' is about contracts. Teachers might sign a contract without fully understanding it, only to find out later that they are overworked and underpaid. For example, they could be promised a certain number of teaching hours and salary, but end up being forced to teach extra classes without extra pay.
Firstly, do thorough research on the school before signing a contract. Check online reviews and talk to former teachers if possible. For example, on ESL teaching forums, there are often threads about different schools in Korea. Secondly, make sure the contract is very clear about salary, working hours, and living arrangements. If it's not, ask for clarifications. Thirdly, try to learn about the local culture and teaching norms as much as possible before starting to teach. This can prevent a lot of cultural misunderstandings.
They often involve misunderstandings of language elements like words, phrases or grammar. For example, a learner might misunderstand the meaning of 'break a leg' and get really confused when told to say it to an actor before a performance.
Love is a common theme. For example, in 'The Gift of the Magi', the couple's love for each other is shown through their selfless giving. Another theme is generosity, like in 'A Christmas Carol' where Scrooge becomes generous after his encounters with the ghosts. Also, the magic of Christmas is often a theme. In stories like 'The Little Match Girl', the visions she has due to the magic of Christmas give her some comfort in her difficult situation.
Yes, they are. The short stories are often written in simple language that beginners can understand. The vocabulary used is not too difficult and the sentence structures are basic.