You are going to write a short story in the simple past. Before you write your story, plan it, by making notes about: . The title • Characters • Plot • Setting . Time frame Help with Writing Writing stories is all about making something interesting for the imagination of the reader. Writers try to catch the attention of their readers immediately, from the very first sentence. Try to write a first sentence that makes a reader want to read the rest of the story! Now write your short story. Use the story of Sally and your notes from Exercise 2 to help you.​