Question
Read the short passage “The Reader.”
Imagine how the story might continue after Jorge enters the secret passageway
Requirements/Writer’s Checklist:
❏ Use 3rd Person Point of View - Remember, you are speaking as the narrator, so use 3rd person pronouns like “he” and “his.”
❏ Your story should be 1-2 pages (double-spaced) and should include the following:
❏ Setting- Use sensory language to describe where the passageway leads.
❏ Characterization- Create at least one character Jorge meets. Use sensory language & be descriptive!
❏ Dialogue- Include a conversation between Jorge and the new character. (Must have at least 4 lines of dialogue, properly punctuated.)
❏ Resolution & Conclusion- How does the story end?
❏ Use active voice. Avoid using too many being verbs like is, was, were, etc.
❏ 3 paragraphs minimum (1- 2 pages, double-spaced)
❏ Use proper spelling and conventions
A narrative is a spoken or written account of a series of connected events; in other words, a story.
Beginning
(In the climax of the story, Jorge is trapped in the secret passageway.)
Setting- Where does the secret passageway lead?
Describe the setting using sensory language.
Characterization- Create at least one character Jorge meets. Use sensory language in your description.
Middle
(In the falling action, what steps do Jorge & the new character take to overcome the conflict?)
Action- What do Jorge & the new character do? Use active voice.
Dialogue- Include a conversation between Jorge and the new character. (Must have at least 4 lines of dialogue & must use correct punctuation for dialogue.)
End
(In the resolution, how is the conflict resolved? You MUST have a resolution. No cliffhangers!)
Resolution- How is the conflict resolved? Does Jorge go back home?
Conclusion- How does the story end? What has Jorge learned from this experience?
Imagine how the story might continue after Jorge enters the secret passageway
Requirements/Writer’s Checklist:
❏ Use 3rd Person Point of View - Remember, you are speaking as the narrator, so use 3rd person pronouns like “he” and “his.”
❏ Your story should be 1-2 pages (double-spaced) and should include the following:
❏ Setting- Use sensory language to describe where the passageway leads.
❏ Characterization- Create at least one character Jorge meets. Use sensory language & be descriptive!
❏ Dialogue- Include a conversation between Jorge and the new character. (Must have at least 4 lines of dialogue, properly punctuated.)
❏ Resolution & Conclusion- How does the story end?
❏ Use active voice. Avoid using too many being verbs like is, was, were, etc.
❏ 3 paragraphs minimum (1- 2 pages, double-spaced)
❏ Use proper spelling and conventions
A narrative is a spoken or written account of a series of connected events; in other words, a story.
Beginning
(In the climax of the story, Jorge is trapped in the secret passageway.)
Setting- Where does the secret passageway lead?
Describe the setting using sensory language.
Characterization- Create at least one character Jorge meets. Use sensory language in your description.
Middle
(In the falling action, what steps do Jorge & the new character take to overcome the conflict?)
Action- What do Jorge & the new character do? Use active voice.
Dialogue- Include a conversation between Jorge and the new character. (Must have at least 4 lines of dialogue & must use correct punctuation for dialogue.)
End
(In the resolution, how is the conflict resolved? You MUST have a resolution. No cliffhangers!)
Resolution- How is the conflict resolved? Does Jorge go back home?
Conclusion- How does the story end? What has Jorge learned from this experience?
Answers
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Jorge hesitated, adjusting his grip on the lantern as he stepped into the dark, narrow passageway. The air was stale, thick with dust, as if the walls had been holding their breath for centuries. The flickering light illuminated stone walls, rough and jagged, adorned with strange markings worn by time. The deeper he ventured, the more a musty scent invaded his nostrils, mingling with a faint hint of something sweet, like rotting fruit. Shadows danced around him, and the low echo of dripping water created an eerie symphony that sent a shiver down his spine. He pressed on, driven by curiosity and a whisper of danger.
After what felt like an eternity, Jorge stumbled into a cavern that opened up before him—large and hauntingly beautiful. Crystals sparkled on the ceiling like stars, casting a shimmering reflection onto a small underground lake. The water shimmered with a vibrant azure hue, inviting yet mysterious. It was there, on the edge of the water, that he met her. Catarina, a young woman with long black hair that cascaded down her back like a waterfall, was perched on a stone, her deep blue eyes mirroring the lake’s glow. She wore a flowing dress made of a fabric that seemed to catch the light, shifting colors from emerald green to deep sapphire.
“Who are you?” Jorge asked, intrigue mingling with caution.
Catarina smiled, a hint of mischief lighting her eyes. “I’m a keeper of secrets in this passage, just like you, I presume. What brings you to this hidden realm?”
“I... I don’t really know,” Jorge admitted, glancing back at the passageway from which he had come. “I followed an old legend, but now I’m not sure how to get back.”
“You must uncover what you seek,” Catarina said, the words flowing effortlessly from her lips. “Only then will you find the way out.”
As they spoke, Jorge felt the connection between them grow, an understanding that transcended words. Together, they approached the lake, where shimmering ripples told stories of adventurers past. “How do I uncover my truths?” he asked, desperation creeping into his voice.
“By embracing your fears,” Catarina replied, pointing toward the dark water. “Dive in. It will reveal what you need to know.”
Jorge hesitated but, driven by a mixture of fear and exhilaration, he took a deep breath and plunged into the cool, embracing depths. The water swallowed him, wrapping around him like a cocoon. Whispers filled his ears, memories wove through his mind—his childhood dreams, the weight of expectations, the need to prove himself.
Bursting to the surface, he gasped for air, his heart racing. Catarina’s face glowed with approval. “You’ve faced the depths of your being. Now you can go home.”
Jorge emerged, invigorated and transformed. “Thank you, Catarina. I understand now. Facing my fears has given me clarity.”
With a nod, she gestured back to the murky passageway. Jorge turned and started his journey back, feeling lighter with every step. He had ventured into darkness, yet emerged with newfound strength and purpose. The passageway had not only led him to secrets of the hidden world, but to the deepest parts of himself.
As he stepped back into the world he knew, Jorge felt the sun warm his face. He glanced back one last time at the cavern, knowing it would always resonate within him. This experience had taught him that true courage lies in confronting one's fears, and that home is not just a place, but a feeling of acceptance and strength. He walked forward, ready to face whatever lay ahead with open arms.
After what felt like an eternity, Jorge stumbled into a cavern that opened up before him—large and hauntingly beautiful. Crystals sparkled on the ceiling like stars, casting a shimmering reflection onto a small underground lake. The water shimmered with a vibrant azure hue, inviting yet mysterious. It was there, on the edge of the water, that he met her. Catarina, a young woman with long black hair that cascaded down her back like a waterfall, was perched on a stone, her deep blue eyes mirroring the lake’s glow. She wore a flowing dress made of a fabric that seemed to catch the light, shifting colors from emerald green to deep sapphire.
“Who are you?” Jorge asked, intrigue mingling with caution.
Catarina smiled, a hint of mischief lighting her eyes. “I’m a keeper of secrets in this passage, just like you, I presume. What brings you to this hidden realm?”
“I... I don’t really know,” Jorge admitted, glancing back at the passageway from which he had come. “I followed an old legend, but now I’m not sure how to get back.”
“You must uncover what you seek,” Catarina said, the words flowing effortlessly from her lips. “Only then will you find the way out.”
As they spoke, Jorge felt the connection between them grow, an understanding that transcended words. Together, they approached the lake, where shimmering ripples told stories of adventurers past. “How do I uncover my truths?” he asked, desperation creeping into his voice.
“By embracing your fears,” Catarina replied, pointing toward the dark water. “Dive in. It will reveal what you need to know.”
Jorge hesitated but, driven by a mixture of fear and exhilaration, he took a deep breath and plunged into the cool, embracing depths. The water swallowed him, wrapping around him like a cocoon. Whispers filled his ears, memories wove through his mind—his childhood dreams, the weight of expectations, the need to prove himself.
Bursting to the surface, he gasped for air, his heart racing. Catarina’s face glowed with approval. “You’ve faced the depths of your being. Now you can go home.”
Jorge emerged, invigorated and transformed. “Thank you, Catarina. I understand now. Facing my fears has given me clarity.”
With a nod, she gestured back to the murky passageway. Jorge turned and started his journey back, feeling lighter with every step. He had ventured into darkness, yet emerged with newfound strength and purpose. The passageway had not only led him to secrets of the hidden world, but to the deepest parts of himself.
As he stepped back into the world he knew, Jorge felt the sun warm his face. He glanced back one last time at the cavern, knowing it would always resonate within him. This experience had taught him that true courage lies in confronting one's fears, and that home is not just a place, but a feeling of acceptance and strength. He walked forward, ready to face whatever lay ahead with open arms.
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