Short Stories:
Ashton Kutcher's 2004 movie The Butterfly Effect is loosely based on Bradbury's short story. The story follows Eckel's journey back in time to hunt a Tyrannosaurs Rex, but things don't go as planned!
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Connell's short story has influenced countless television shows and movies including the 1996 thrilled The Island of Dr. Moreau. The basic premise of this short story, where humans hunt humans for sport continues to fascinate readers.
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Henry's short story about a young couple in love continues to endear readers. Della's and Jim's willingness to sacrifice for each other leads to surprising consequences!
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Tan's short story depicts an immigrant Chinese family who is struggling to assimilate into American life, deal with generational conflicts, and keep up appearances in the Chinese-American community.
Readers of all generations will be able to identify with the exasperated mother's claim that there are only two kinds of daughters: "Those who are obedient and those who follow their own mind! Only one kind of daughter can live in this house. Obedient daughter!"
If you were absent or need a refresher, click on the link above to read the story. After reading the story, complete the Plot Structure and Vocabulary handouts.
Bauer's short story depicts a woman who has recently been broken up with by her boyfriend due to her perfectionist tendencies. The story's told from a first-person perspective and details the protagonist's (Jill) encounter with a situation she can not control.
Bauer's short story depicts a woman who has recently been broken up with by her boyfriend due to her perfectionist tendencies. The story's told from a first-person perspective and details the protagonist's (Jill) encounter with a situation she can not control.