To describe a setting by referring to all the senses.
To plan and write a short story with nonlinear chronology, e.g. using flashbacks.
Devices to build cohesion within a paragraph (e.g. then, after that, this, firstly).
To use a wide range of sophisticated connectives and openers.
To vary sentence length to achieve particular effects and include complex sentences where appropriate.
To vary the pace by using sentences of different length and direct or reported speech.
To create convincing characters and gradually reveal more as the story unfolds, through the way that they talk, act and interact with others.
To use dialogue at key points to move the story on or reveal new information.