Suspense Elements Flashcard

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What is conflict?

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A struggle between two opposing forces.

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What is suspense?

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Intense feeling that a reader goes through while waiting for an outcome of certain events; holding their breath and wanting more.

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What two questions does SETTING answer?

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When and where does the story take place?

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What is a red herring in suspense?

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A misleading clue.

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What is a rabbit hole in suspense?

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A complex situation that complicates the plot.

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What is mood in literature?

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How the reader feels; what feelings are evoked by the author’s words and descriptions.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What role does foreshadowing play in suspense?

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It hints at future events, creating anticipation and tension.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist.