Writing an Essay to Compare the Presentation of Ideas across Genres
Question 4 • Common Core ELA 10 A - Aberdeen
Read the excerpt from Daniel’s comparative essay.(1) Despite the many features shared by short and long fiction, the structure of a short story is very different from that of a novel. (2) A short story follows the rule of one. (3) It's about one person, and one important thing happens. (4) In contrast, a novel has time to develop many characters and explore many events.
Answer
A
It focuses on one main character and one main plot event.
B
That is, short stories just look at one character and one thing.
C
It talks about one main character and one important thing that happens.
D
What I mean is it centers on a main character and a single plot occurrence.
Explanation
Sentence 3 explains the “rule of one” by saying a short story is about one person and one important event. Choice A states that idea clearly and concisely, using “main character” and “main plot event.” The other choices repeat the point less precisely or use awkward wording.
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