Sure. For example, some nature documentaries or historical accounts describe phenomena or periods without centering on individual characters. The story can be about a place or a process.
Yes, it can. Some stories focus more on concepts, settings, or events rather than specific characters.
It's possible. Imagine a story that's just about the evolution of a language or the changing of a landscape over time. No characters needed to make it interesting and engaging.
In theory, a novel could be without people. It might concentrate on describing a phenomenon, a place, or a series of abstract ideas. But it's quite rare and unconventional.
Yes, it can. Some stories are told through the actions and dialogues of the characters alone, without a specific narrator guiding the reader/viewer.
In most cases, a story needs conflict. Without it, there's no growth for the characters, no obstacles to overcome, and no reason for the reader to keep turning the pages. Conflict is what makes a story engaging and meaningful.
Yes, it can. Some blogs are more like collections of thoughts, random musings, or just sharing information without a coherent story.
No way. A story without conflict would be pretty boring and lack any kind of tension or progression.
Sure it can. Some experimental or avant-garde stories might focus more on a concept or a group rather than a single protagonist.
I don't think a story can truly exist without a plot. A plot is what makes a story coherent and engaging. Without it, it's hard to have a meaningful and satisfying story experience.
I don't think so. A person's back story is what makes them unique. It includes all the things they've been through, like their education, first love, first job. All these elements are part of their back story, and without it, a person would be like an empty shell. Everyone has a story to tell, whether they choose to share it or not.
Yes, it's possible. Some characters in literature or real life might not have a detailed back story presented, but they can still have an impact or play a role.
Sure. A ghost story can rely on other elements to create a spooky atmosphere instead of a ghost light. It could be based on strange sounds, like a baby crying in an empty house, or a cold breeze in a locked room. There are also ghost stories where the sense of unease comes from the location itself, like a former asylum or a battlefield where many died. So, a ghost light is not a necessary component for a ghost story.