Flashback and Parallel Plot

What is the definition of flashback in storytelling?

• A flashback in storytelling is when the narrative shifts to a scene from the past to provide context or background information.

• A flashback is a sudden change in the protagonist's personality.

• A flashback is a type of foreshadowing in storytelling.

• A flashback is when the story jumps to the future instead of the past.

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Why do authors use flashbacks in their stories?

• To confuse readers with unnecessary details

• To provide background information, develop characters, create suspense, or reveal key plot points in a non-linear way.

• To increase the word count of the story

• To showcase the author's ability to write in different tenses

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How would you define a parallel plot in literature?

• A parallel plot involves only one main storyline

• A parallel plot is a type of plot that is never used in literature

• A parallel plot in literature involves two or more interrelated plots unfolding simultaneously.

• A parallel plot consists of unrelated subplots

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Differentiate between flashback and parallel plot in terms of narrative structure.

• Flashback interrupts chronological sequence, while parallel plot involves simultaneous storylines.

• Flashback follows a linear narrative, while parallel plot is non-linear.

• Flashback involves multiple storylines, while parallel plot involves a single storyline.

• Flashback occurs in the future, while parallel plot occurs in the past.

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Explain the purpose of using parallel plots in storytelling.

• The purpose of parallel plots is to simplify the narrative by focusing on a single perspective.

• The purpose of using parallel plots in storytelling is to show different perspectives, storylines, or themes simultaneously, adding depth and complexity to the narrative.

• Parallel plots are used to confuse the audience by introducing unrelated storylines.

• Using parallel plots in storytelling is meant to slow down the pace of the story and bore the audience.

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Discuss the impact of parallel plots on character development in a story.

• Parallel plots in a story limit character development to one-dimensional traits.

• Parallel plots in a story impact character development by offering multiple perspectives, diverse challenges, and complex growth opportunities for characters.

• Parallel plots in a story confuse readers and hinder character growth.

• Parallel plots in a story have no impact on character development.

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How do flashbacks contribute to the overall theme of a narrative?

• Flashbacks distract from the main theme of the narrative.

• Flashbacks provide depth and insight into the narrative's themes.

• Flashbacks are unnecessary and add unnecessary complexity to the narrative.

• Flashbacks confuse the audience and detract from the narrative's message.

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Compare and contrast the use of flashback and parallel plot in literature.

• Flashback and parallel plot are the same literary device.

• Flashback is used to speed up the plot, while parallel plot slows it down.

• Flashback provides background information by interrupting the chronological sequence, while parallel plot involves multiple interrelated storylines unfolding simultaneously.

• Flashback and parallel plot are only used in non-fiction literature.

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