What is an End (Story)?

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Grade Level:

Pre-School – Class 2

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Definition

What is it?

The 'end' of a story is the final part where everything concludes. It tells us what happens to the characters and how the main problem or adventure gets resolved.

Simple Example

Quick Example

Imagine you're watching a cricket match. The end of the match is when the last ball is bowled, and one team wins or the match is a draw. You know who won and the game is finished.

Worked Example

Step-by-Step

Let's find the end of the story about a boy named Rohan who lost his favourite kite:

1. Rohan's kite flew away and got stuck on a tall tree.
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2. He tried to climb the tree, but it was too high.
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3. His friend, Priya, suggested they use a long bamboo stick.
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4. Together, they carefully poked the kite with the stick.
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5. The kite slowly came down, and Rohan caught it.
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6. Rohan was very happy to have his kite back and thanked Priya.

Here, step 6 is the end because Rohan got his kite back, and the problem is solved. The story concludes with his happiness.

Why It Matters

Understanding story ends helps you follow plots in movies, books, and even news reports. It's crucial for writers, journalists, and filmmakers to create satisfying conclusions that make sense to the audience.

Common Mistakes

MISTAKE: Thinking the end is just when the main character achieves something. | CORRECTION: The end is when the *entire* main conflict or journey is resolved, not just one small success.

MISTAKE: Confusing the end with a cliffhanger (where the story suddenly stops with suspense). | CORRECTION: A cliffhanger leaves you wanting more, but a true end provides a sense of closure, even if it hints at future possibilities.

MISTAKE: Believing all story ends must be happy. | CORRECTION: Story ends can be happy, sad, surprising, or even thought-provoking, as long as they conclude the main narrative.

Practice Questions

Try It Yourself

QUESTION: A story describes a girl finding a lost puppy and taking it to an animal shelter. What would be a good end for this story? | ANSWER: The girl visits the shelter a week later and sees the puppy has found a loving new home.

QUESTION: In a story about a group of friends preparing for a school play, what part would clearly signal the end? | ANSWER: The part where the play is successfully performed on stage, and the friends celebrate their hard work.

QUESTION: A detective story is about finding a stolen ancient artifact. The detective finds the artifact and catches the thief. What else might be part of the story's end to give full closure? | ANSWER: The artifact is safely returned to the museum, and the detective receives an award for solving the case.

MCQ

Quick Quiz

Which of these best describes the 'end' of a story?

The most exciting part of the story

Where the main problem is solved and the story concludes

The beginning of a new adventure

When a new character is introduced

The Correct Answer Is:

The end of a story is specifically where the main problem is resolved and the narrative reaches its conclusion, giving a sense of completeness. The other options describe other parts of a story or are not characteristic of an end.

Real World Connection

In the Real World

When you watch a Bollywood movie, the 'climax' often leads directly to the 'end'. The hero defeats the villain, the couple gets together, or the family problem is solved, giving you a satisfying conclusion to the film's journey.

Key Vocabulary

Key Terms

CONCLUSION: The final part of something | RESOLUTION: The act of solving a problem or dispute | NARRATIVE: A spoken or written account of connected events; a story | CLOSURE: A sense of an end or completion

What's Next

What to Learn Next

Now that you understand story ends, you can explore 'Story Beginnings' and 'Story Middles'. Understanding all three parts will help you analyze and create your own amazing stories!