Which uses of dialogue work well for flash fiction? Select all that apply.

Question

a few lines that suggest character traits

a brief exchange that helps clarify the story’s themes

verbal interactions that drive the story’s plot forward

deep conversations that develop characters fully

Answer 1

For flash fiction, the following uses of dialogue work well:

• a few lines that suggest character traits
• a brief exchange that helps clarify the story’s themes
• verbal interactions that drive the story’s plot forward

While deep conversations that develop characters fully can be valuable in longer forms of writing, flash fiction typically has limited space and often benefits more from concise and impactful dialogue.