How do you uncover the setting of a story?

Answer 1

There are several different ways to show setting:

• just write a couple of sentences about where and when the story is taking place
• describe the setting a little at a time as the action happens
• show the setting through the eyes of the character by describing how they feel about it
• make the setting into a character and treat it as another player in the story

Answer 2

To uncover the setting of a story, pay attention to details such as the time period, location, and atmosphere described in the text. Look for clues in the descriptions of the environment, clothing, technology, and cultural references to determine where and when the story takes place.

Answer 3

You look for anything that will tell you time, place, and other environment.

Answer 4

The setting is just where and when the story takes place. You can figure that out from reading the story. Here's a link showing you all the things that make up setting.