Review Unit 2 - The Thrill of Horror

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What is a method used to create suspense in a narrative?

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Withholding key information.

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Which subgenre of horror involves magic, fantasy, or otherwise extraordinary elements?

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Paranormal & supernatural.

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What literary term describes when a writer gives hints to the reader about upcoming events?

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Foreshadowing.

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What do we call a narrator who cannot be trusted due to their mental instability?

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Unreliable Narrator.

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What is the primary goal of the horror genre?

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To make the audience feel afraid.

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What is foreshadowing?

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A literary device where hints are given about future events.

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Define 'unreliable narrator'.

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A narrator whose credibility is compromised.

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What is the effect of withholding information in a story?

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It creates suspense and keeps the audience engaged.

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What are the characteristics of the paranormal & supernatural subgenre?

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Involves elements beyond the natural world, such as ghosts or magic.

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How does a predictable plot affect suspense?

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It reduces suspense as the audience can easily guess the outcome.