Story Devices Practice

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English
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5th - 7th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a flashback?
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A flashback is a literary device that interrupts the chronological flow of a story to present events that occurred at an earlier time, providing background or context to the current narrative.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is suspense in storytelling?
Back
Suspense is a feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what may happen next in a story, often created by raising questions or concerns about the outcome.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is foreshadowing?
Back
Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story, often creating anticipation or expectation.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of a flashback in a story.
Back
A character remembers a childhood event while facing a similar situation in the present, such as recalling a time they fell into a pool when they were young.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of suspense in a story.
Back
A character hears strange noises in the dark and is unsure if it is a friend or a threat, creating tension as they approach the source.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of foreshadowing in a story.
Back
A character finds a broken mirror before an important event, hinting that something bad may happen during that event.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does a flashback enhance a story?
Back
Flashbacks provide depth to characters and plot by revealing important backstory, motivations, and emotional connections.
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