The Gift of the Magi - Creative Writing
Choose one of the two following options:
Option #1:
Using the bones of O. Henry's story with the ironic twist ending, retell
this story using a modern setting, characters, and language. You may
not use the names "Jim" or "Della," and you must change the precious
objects. Feel free to let your creativity run a bit loose here as you tell
your tale. You can make the beloved couple a pair of high school
sweethearts, or co-workers at a fast food restaurant, or space aliens
planet Qwark. Really, I'm excited to read whatever characters
and setting work for your original story.
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Option #2:
We follow Della through her journey, but we don't know as much
about Jim. Rewrite O. Henry's story from Jim's perspective. Try to mimic
O. Henry's style and language as you build your flipped version of
the story.
No matter which option you choose, your original story must
include the following:
• At least five lines of dialogue between characters
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• At least one element of personification
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• At least one simile
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• At least two specific passages that include sensory
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A minimum of 400 words
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