Exercise:
Write a short story (150-200 words) starting with the sentence:
“The moment I opened the old, creaky door, I knew something had changed.”
Answer Key:
(Students should provide their own stories. Here’s a sample answer):
“The moment I opened the old, creaky door, I knew something had changed. The air was thick with dust, and the once vibrant walls had faded to a dull gray. As I stepped inside, I felt a chill run down my spine. My childhood home, which had been filled with laughter, now stood silent. I moved to the living room, where a photograph of my family once hung. But now, only an empty frame remained. It was as if time had stood still… or perhaps, it had moved on without me.”