Short Stories

No. Rip Van Winkle fell asleep in the Kaatskill Mountains.

The plan succeeds swimmingly. All throughout the story Mr. Martin plots the "murder" of Mrs. Barrows in order to be rid of her and her irritating personality and intrusive manner. The reader is led down a primrose path of expectation of a horrible murder by use of a blunt object or sharp knife. But can this truly be the Mr. Martin of 22 years in the F & S firm? He smokes. He drinks. He plots. Yes, dear reader, he can even murder. Or can he? As he steps out of character it appears he loses his nerve, reverting to his true mild mannered self, blurting out secret plans as if drunk on one sip of whiskey. Poor Mr. Martin. He cannot go through with his plans, so he leaves as Mrs. Barrows orders him out promising to report him and his statements to Mr. Fitweiler. Mrs. Barrows faithfully reports the previous night's events to the incredulous boss. Every detail recounted by Mrs. Barrows is impeccably accurate, but so out of the character of Mr. Martin that they can be nothing but the ravings of a lunatic. She is dismissed and Mr. Martin is as free of her as if she were as dead as the same doornail Charles Dickens compared Marley to in "A Christmas Carol."Type your answer here...

Miles had not taken his wife and children to drink the special water because it was contaminated with harmful bacteria, which made it unsafe for consumption. He was aware of the health risks associated with drinking the water and was cautious to protect his family from potential harm.

The place setting for the diamond maker is the market. It is essential for the diamond maker to understand consumer preferences, market trends, and competition to create diamonds that meet market demands. By being aware of the market dynamics, the diamond maker can strategize production and pricing effectively.

Yes, there is Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action and Resolution. But you missed one point in between Exposition and Rising Action it is the problem or the trigger or the incident. Exposition introduces character, the Rising action shows Conflict arises climax is the turning point which the narrator found out the Myra was at the hospital with Luekimia and I think that's how you spell it and more.

"Maw and Meggins" is a fictional name often used to represent faceless, impersonal corporations or businesses in literature and popular culture. It is a satirical way to refer to generic, profit-driven entities that lack individuality or humanity.

In "The Mustache" by Robert Cormier, the protagonist's flashback to his childhood memory of wanting a mustache is a significant example of flashback. This memory foreshadows the protagonist's later deception and identity crisis when he decides to wear a fake mustache to deceive his wife.

Yes, Mrs. Hatching can be considered a static character in "Searching for Summer" because she remains largely the same throughout the story, maintaining her stubborn and pessimistic attitude towards the possibility of finding summer. Her beliefs and actions do not change significantly by the end of the story.

In "A Week in the Woods" by Andrew Clements, the antagonist is Brett, a classmate of the protagonist, Mark. Brett is competitive, manipulative, and tries to sabotage Mark's experience during the week in the woods to ensure that he can't succeed in the challenges set by the teacher.

The conclusion of "The Catbird Seat" suggests that even though disabled individuals may have certain advantages or privileges, these advantages are not limitless and can be challenged or overcome. The story ultimately highlights the limitations of relying solely on these advantages in achieving one's goals.

In "The Management of Grief," Judith comes to visit Shaila to enlist her help.

At the very end after she is saved by boo from Bob. she goes back to the house and sees him. She then walks him home and talks to the him the hole way.

The atmosphere in the poem "Lather and Nothing Else" by Hernando Tellez is tense and suspenseful. The protagonist, a barber, is faced with a moral dilemma of whether or not to kill a man who represents a threat to his cause. The internal conflict and the high stakes create a sense of unease and anticipation throughout the story.

The name of the obeah woman in "Old Story Time" is Miss Aggy. She is known for her magical abilities and plays a significant role in the story's plot.

The setting of "The Wedding Dance" by Amador Daguio is in a rural village in the Philippines, likely in a tribal community. The story explores the customs, traditions, and relationships within the community, focusing on the indigenous practices surrounding marriage and family life. The setting plays a significant role in shaping the characters' beliefs and actions throughout the narrative.

A lob star is a slang term used to describe a successful or talented lobster.

Yes, there are several examples of imagery in "The Scarlet Ibis" by James Hurst. For instance, the description of Doodle's red, bird-like appearance, the image of the bleeding scarlet ibis and the vivid depiction of the storm are notable instances of imagery in the story. Hurst uses imagery to evoke strong emotions and paint a vivid picture of the characters and their surroundings.

1. A lost traveler stumbles upon a mysterious hidden village where time moves differently. She experiences a lifetime in just one day before being returned to her own time and place.

2. A young boy discovers a magical book that allows him to enter the stories within its pages. He must navigate each tale's challenges and villains to find his way back to reality.

3. A reclusive artist creates paintings that come to life at night, turning his studio into a vibrant and chaotic world filled with his fantastical creations.

Willie saw a man in the street he had never seen before, his mother didn't want Willie talk or even look that man, because she says, he is sick of unhappiness. He want to know if he is really unhappiness so he decided to talk with him. Willie gave him a coin, and " pound cake". The man told him the cure of it. Willie told his mother about it, and she was not agree with that, so one day Willie didn't see the man and his mother told him, she called the police, because they don't need a nuisance pestering kids, so Willie wasn't agree with her, because he was not pestering him!

Mansa Musa treated the storyteller with respect and gratitude for sharing their stories and wisdom. He likely valued the storyteller's contributions to preserving the culture and history of the kingdom.

Mrdodsworth gives Lob (a wooden limb) to the Pengellys as a gift because he understands their financial struggles and wants to help improve their lives. The wooden limb could potentially provide a new source of income for the Pengellys, as Lob is able to perform tricks and entertain others. Additionally, Mrdodsworth has a generous nature and enjoys making others happy.

"The Old Gentleman" is the nickname that Tom Walker calls the devil in Washington Irving's short story "The Devil and Tom Walker."

The theme of "The Lamia and the Stonecutter" centers around the consequences of greed, desire for power, and the cycle of wanting more. It explores how no matter how much one gains, the desire for more can result in unexpected and undesired outcomes.

"The Scarlet Ibis" starts with the narrator recalling the day his brother, Doodle, was born and how the doctor predicted that Doodle would not live long due to his frailty and weakness. This sets the tone for the story of the brothers' relationship and the challenges they will face.