English Essay help..

Hi! I've got this big essay tomorrow and i have 6 topic questions. One of them is going to be the essay topic. Now they are general questions therefore you guys may be able to help me.
I need at least 3 good points about each topic.
Topics are:
1.Argue that short stories always contain strong biographical links to the author.
2.Identify how life and death are symbolically represented in short stories.
3.Describe how one short story can significantly impact one's perception about life.
4.Compare the genre of short story to one other genre of English literature and discuss similiarites and differences.
5.Discuss the importance of atmosphere in creating a mood for the reader.
6.Choose one short story and describe what strategis the author used to deal with a controversial topic.
Thanks in advance guys! :D