Story Devices

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What is suspense in a story?

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Suspense is a technique used to create tension and excitement in a story, making readers eager to know what will happen next.

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What does foreshadowing mean?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device that gives hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.

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Define flashback.

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A flashback is a narrative technique that interrupts the chronological flow of a story to recount an event that happened in the past.

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What is a cliffhanger?

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A cliffhanger is a dramatic and suspenseful situation at the end of a chapter or story that leaves the reader eager to find out what happens next.

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How does foreshadowing enhance a story?

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Foreshadowing enhances a story by building anticipation and preparing the reader for future events.

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What is the purpose of a flashback?

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The purpose of a flashback is to provide background information or context to the current events in the story.

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Give an example of suspense in a story.

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An example of suspense is when a character hears strange noises in a dark house and is unsure of what or who is making them.

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How can foreshadowing be used effectively?

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Foreshadowing can be used effectively by subtly hinting at future events without revealing too much, keeping the reader intrigued.

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What effect does a cliffhanger have on readers?

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A cliffhanger creates a sense of urgency and curiosity, compelling readers to continue reading to find out what happens next.

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What is the difference between a flashback and foreshadowing?

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A flashback looks back at past events, while foreshadowing hints at future events.

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