Elements of Suspense

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What is suspense?

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A sense of growing tension, fear, and excitement felt by the reader.

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What is a cliffhanger?

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A story or plot-line that ends in suspense in order to interest the reader.

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What is foreshadowing?

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When an author gives a hint about something that will happen later in the story.

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What is dramatic irony?

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The type of irony where a situation is understood by the audience or readers but not grasped by the characters.

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What is the purpose of suspense in literature?

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To engage the reader's emotions and keep them interested in the story.

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What is the difference between suspense and anxiety?

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Suspense is a feeling of excitement about what will happen next, while anxiety is a feeling of worry or fear.

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What is a narrative perspective?

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The point of view from which a story is told, affecting how the reader perceives the events.

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What does '3rd person omniscient' mean?

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A narrative perspective where the narrator knows all thoughts and feelings of every character.

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What is a plot twist?

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An unexpected development in a story that changes the direction of the plot.

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What is tension in a story?

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The mental or emotional strain that creates suspense and keeps the reader engaged.