Elements of Plot and Conflict

Short stories are a vibrant part of the literary world. Because of their shorter length, they can provide the reader with a quick escape into another world, time, or place. In this topic, you will read the short story "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell. You will use this work to examine and evaluate the use of plot, setting, and paradox in fiction.

Essential Questions

• What are the elements of plot?
• What is a paradox, and how is it used in literature?
• What is conflict?