Story Writing Format for Class 9 and 10 English

A good story must have the following structural elements:

1. The Title: Always give your story a short, catchy title at the top center. (E.g., The Thirsty Crow or A Night to Remember).
2. The Introduction: Start by setting the scene. Introduce the main character, the time, and the place (the setting).
3. The Plot (Rising Action): Describe an event, a problem, or a conflict that the main character faces.
4. The Climax: This is the most exciting part of the story where the character takes action to solve the problem.
5. The Conclusion / Moral: End the story logically. If it is an animal fable, clearly write the 'Moral' at the end.

• Always use Past Tense: Stories are accounts of things that have already happened. Always use the past tense (e.g., There was a boy... He went to the forest...).
• Stick to the Outline: If the question gives you an outline or a starting sentence, you MUST start your story with those exact words.
• Word Limit: Keep the story concise, usually within 150-200 words as per CBSE guidelines. Do not introduce too many unnecessary characters.