Plot Problem Prompt Cards

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Plot Problem Prompt Cards: A4 header 'PLOT PROBLEM PROMPT CARDS' with instruction line 'Use these cards to create or explore problems in a story.' Grid of square cards separated by dotted cut lines; each card has a coloured title, a small icon, and a short question prompt. Examples visible: OBSTACLE, SUDDEN PROBLEM, CONFLICT, GOAL AT RISK, TIME PRESSURE, EMOTIONAL PROBLEM, TOUGH CHOICE, MISSING SOMETHING, OUTSIDER, RAISE THE STAKES, CAN'T GO BACK, COMPLICATION. Moderate text density (short prom...

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This printable contains a grid of square prompt cards, each with an icon, a bold coloured heading (e.g. OBSTACLE, SUDDEN PROBLEM, TIME PRESSURE) and a one-sentence question to guide thinking about a character's problem. Use the cards to help students invent complications, deepen tension in their writing, or identify problems in class texts. Cards are designed to be cut apart and used individually in pairs, small groups or writing stations.

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