Worlds Apart

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to help students compare the settings of two different stories by focusing on several key aspects, such as the type of world in which the story takes place, the time and place of the events, the natural climate, and the social or political climate. Students are asked to fill in details for each story, allowing for a side-by-side comparison that highlights both the similarities and differences in how each author constructs the setting. This activity encourages students to think critically about the role of setting in a narrative and how it influences the characters, plot, and overall theme. By analyzing these elements, students gain a deeper understanding of the importance of setting in storytelling.

The worksheet teaches students the significance of setting in shaping a story’s atmosphere and the experiences of its characters. It guides them to consider how different types of worlds—whether real or imaginary-affect the narrative’s tone and direction. By comparing the time, place, and climate of each story, students learn to appreciate how these elements contribute to the plot’s development and the characters’ interactions. The focus on social and political climate further deepens their understanding of how external factors can influence a story’s events and themes. Ultimately, this exercise enhances students’ analytical skills, enabling them to explore and interpret the deeper connections between setting and narrative in literature.