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What are literary devices?

Techniques used in writing to produce a specific effect on the reader (correct)
Narrative techniques used to introduce events in a non-linear way
Devices used to distract the reader's attention
Characters introduced by the author to advance the plot

What is a deathtrap?

A literary device that allows characters to share past or future events with the reader
A narrative technique used to introduce events in a non-linear way
A plot device used by villains to try to kill the protagonist (correct)
A vision device used to foreshadow events

What is deus ex machina?

A plot device where an impossible problem is solved by an unrelated element introduced by the author (correct)
A vision device used to foreshadow events
A literary device that allows characters to share past or future events with the reader
A narrative technique used to introduce events in a non-linear way

What is the difference between flashing arrow and red herring?

<p>Flashing arrow is a plot device used to distract the reader's attention, while red herring is used to focus the reader's attention. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a twist ending?

<p>An ending device that surprises the reader with an unexpected turn of events (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Literary devices are techniques used in writing to produce a specific effect on the reader.
Plot devices are objects, characters, or concepts introduced by the author to advance the plot.
Flashing arrow and red herring are plot devices used to focus or distract the reader's attention.
Deathtrap is a plot device used by villains to try to kill the protagonist.
Reverse chronology and 'in medias res' are narrative techniques used to introduce events in a non-linear way.
Vision is a literary device that allows characters to share past or future events with the reader.
Dream sequence, flashback, flash-forward, prophecy, and foreshadowing are vision devices.
Ending devices include cliff-hangers, twist endings, happy endings, and deus ex machina.
Deus ex machina is a plot device where an impossible problem is solved by an unrelated element introduced by the author.
The Fairy Godmother in Cinderella is a perfect example of deus ex machina.