Flashback & Foreshadowing

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What is foreshadowing?

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A hint at something that will happen later.

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What does flashback provide?

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Background information about past events.

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Identify the literary device: 'Will you please slow down? The weather is getting worse and I’m worried we will hit some ice.'

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Foreshadowing.

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Identify the literary device: 'Growing up in a foster home had never been easy for Lorelei.'

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Foreshadowing.

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Identify the literary device: 'The feeling of missing the game winning foul shots will stay with me forever.'

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Flashback.

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What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a story?

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To create suspense and hint at future events.

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What is the purpose of a flashback in a story?

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To provide context and background information about characters or events.

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Give an example of foreshadowing in literature.

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A character's nervousness before a big event hints at potential failure.

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Give an example of a flashback in literature.

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A character remembers a childhood event that shaped their current behavior.

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What is a common effect of foreshadowing on readers?

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It builds anticipation and curiosity about what will happen next.