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Resource 1: Analyze a Short Story—“Dead Man’s Turn”

Read the short story \"Dead Man's Turn.\" Pay attention to the descriptions of the setting and the main character's state of mind. Then, analyze the writer's craft by answering the questions.

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Grades 9–12 ELA Activity Set 1: Analyze a Short Story 

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Sharpen your writing, language, critical thinking, and reading skills with these instructional resources.

Resource 1: Analyze a Short Story—“Dead Man’s Turn”

Read the short story "Dead Man's Turn." Pay attention to the descriptions of the setting and the main character's state of mind. Then, analyze the writer's craft by answering the questions.

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