If you have never used Cornell or 2-column notes before, give these a try! After students have completed the notes, the left side column can be folded back to allow students to self-study. If students sit facing a partner,each partner can only see the terms or definitions while the left column is folded back, facilitating a good review strategy.
This set of Cornell notes, or 2-column style, covers the following 51 terms and is a great introductory tool:
plot, setting/exposition, characters