TED Ed Suspense

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What is a cliff-hanger?

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A cliff-hanger is a narrative device that leaves the audience in suspense at the end of a story or chapter, creating anticipation for what will happen next.

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How can suspense and tension be created in a story?

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Suspense and tension can be created through the use of threatening imagery, setting the story in dark or deserted places, and using short or fragmented sentences.

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What creates the strongest kind of fear in a horror story according to H.P. Lovecraft?

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Fear of the unknown creates the strongest kind of fear in a horror story.

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What does 'Dramatic Irony' mean?

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Dramatic Irony occurs when the audience knows elements of the story that the characters do not.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Imagery is description that paints a picture in the reader's mind and relates to the five senses.

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What is suspense in storytelling?

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Suspense is a feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what may happen next in a story.

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What role does setting play in creating suspense?

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Setting can enhance suspense by creating an atmosphere that is dark, eerie, or foreboding.

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What is the purpose of using short sentences in suspenseful writing?

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Short sentences can create a sense of urgency and increase tension in the narrative.

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How does foreshadowing contribute to suspense?

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Foreshadowing hints at future events, creating anticipation and tension as the story unfolds.

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What is the effect of using unreliable narrators in suspense?

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Unreliable narrators can create confusion and uncertainty, heightening the suspense as readers question the truth.