Short Story Elements Sheet for “The Landlady” by Roald Dahl Name___________________
1.
Describe the setting for this story.
2.
Why was the setting particularly important in this story?
3.
What point of view was used in this story?
4.
What was the main conflict in this story? Was it internal or external?
5.
How was Billy characterized in this story? What details made you feel that way about him?
6.
How was the landlady characterized in this story? What details made you feel that way about her?
7.
Where is the climax in this particular story? Why is it so effective here?
8.
What are some examples of foreshadowing in this story?
9.
What is ironic about this story?
10.
What is, in your opinion, the theme of this story? What general lesson about life is Roald Dahl trying to teach you?