Literary Terms: Foreshadow & Flashback Flashcard

Literary Terms: Foreshadow & Flashback Flashcard

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English

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is foreshadowing in literature?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a flashback in literature?

Back

A flashback is a narrative technique that interrupts the chronological flow of a story to provide background or context from an earlier time.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of foreshadowing.

Back

A character finding a broken mirror at the beginning of a story, suggesting bad luck or misfortune ahead.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a flashback.

Back

A character recalls a traumatic event from their childhood when they hear a specific sound.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary purpose of foreshadowing?

Back

The primary purpose of foreshadowing is to build anticipation in the reader and create suspense.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary purpose of a flashback?

Back

The primary purpose of a flashback is to provide background information or context that enhances the understanding of the current narrative.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can foreshadowing affect the reader's experience?

Back

Foreshadowing can create suspense and prepare the reader for future events, making the story more engaging.

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