How do I keep a fictional narrative short? I always make my stories go on forever, and this has caused me to be weeks behind in schoolwork. I have a hard time reeling it in because as I write, new ideas always flood my brain. Any helpful tips would be much appreciated!

Which words in this excerpt from the count of monte cristo can be used as synonyms to determine the meaning of the word grotto? dant? s entered the second grotto. the second grotto was lower and more gloomy than the first; the air that could only enter by the newly formed opening had the mephitic smell dant? s was surprised not to find in the outer cavern. he waited in order to allow pure air to displace the foul atmosphere, and then went on. 1. air 2. opening 3. mephitic 4. cavern 5. pure 6. atmosphere

Is the book the outsiders a realistic story? plz explain. asap!

Best one will be the brainiest ! what is the summary of the book open window by saki?