Foreshadowing, Flashback, and Suspense

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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Provide an example of foreshadowing.

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"He left in a hurry, not knowing this was the last time he would see his home."

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What is a flashback?

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A flashback is a scene that interrupts the present action of a story to depict an event that happened in the past.

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Provide an example of a flashback.

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A character remembers a childhood event while facing a current challenge.

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What is suspense in literature?

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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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How is suspense created in a story?

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Suspense is often created by leaving questions unanswered or outcomes uncertain.

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What is the primary purpose of foreshadowing?

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The primary purpose of foreshadowing is to give a hint or clue about what will happen later in the story.

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What is the opposite of foreshadowing?

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Revealing the ending of the story early on.

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What role does a cliffhanger play in a story?

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A cliffhanger leaves the audience in suspense at the end of a chapter or scene, making them eager to find out what happens next.

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What is the effect of using flashbacks in storytelling?

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Flashbacks provide background information and context, helping to deepen the reader's understanding of characters and events.