Notice & Note Fiction Signpost Test

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What does 'Again and Again' mean?

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A repeated word, phrase, action, or image.

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What is a Contrast & Contradiction?

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When a character does something that is the opposite of what you would expect from them.

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What does 'Words of the Wiser' refer to?

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Advice from an older character.

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What are contrasts and contradictions?

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When a character says or does something that is opposite (contradicts) what he has been saying or doing all along.

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What question should you ask yourself when you see something repeated?

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Why do I keep seeing this?

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What does 'Aha Moment' mean?

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When a character realizes something important.

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What is the significance of 'Tough Questions'?

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When a character asks a difficult question that reveals deeper meaning.

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What does 'Flash-forward' mean?

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A scene that takes the narrative forward in time from the current point.

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How can 'Again and Again' help in understanding a story?

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It highlights important themes or ideas that the author wants to emphasize.

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What is an example of 'Contrast & Contradiction'?

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A character who is usually shy suddenly speaks up in a crowd.