08 - Future Tense

You've written about the history of writing, now write about where we are headed in terms of communication/technology/advancements/etc. Where do you think we as a civilization are headed?

This assignment should take the form of a story, or an essay from the point of view of someone living in the future. Because this is a fictional narrative you will be expected to incorporate one Narrative Technique in your story or essay. Select one of the options from the category. If you can think of another that you'd like to try instead just clear it with your instructor before you begin.

This assignment should be approximately 700 words (roughly two pages, if you still keep track of things that way).

Narrative Techniques may include, but are not limited to:

  • Exposition

  • Flashback

  • Flashforward

  • Foreshadowing

  • Stream of consciousness