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Flashbacks are a literary technique often used to provide background information about characters or events in a story.
True
Juxtaposition is a literary technique that involves placing two elements side by side to highlight their contrasting features.
True
Cliffhangers are literary techniques used to leave the audience in suspense at the end of a chapter or scene.
True
What is the definition of coincidence in literature?
A sequence of events that although accidental seems to have been planned or arranged
How is irony defined in literature and film?
A technique of indicating an intention or attitude opposite to that which is actually or ostensibly stated
What are literary techniques used for in writing?
To enliven and provide voice to the writing
What is the purpose of juxtaposition in literature and film?
To highlight the contrasting features of two opposing ideas, characters, objects, etc.
What is cosmic irony in literature and film?
Points where fate appears to be playing a cruel joke on some of the characters
What is the definition of coincidence as a literary technique?
A sequence of events that seems planned or arranged
How is irony defined in literature and film?
A technique of indicating an intention opposite to that which is stated
What is juxtaposition in literature and film?
The arrangement of two opposing ideas or elements side-by-side for effect
What is the purpose of literary techniques according to the text?
To enliven and provide voice to the writing
What is cosmic irony in literature and film?
Fate appearing to play a cruel joke on some characters
Test your knowledge of literary techniques with this quiz! From flashbacks to foreshadowing, and from juxtaposition to cliffhangers, this quiz will challenge your understanding of these key elements used in storytelling. See if you can identify and differentiate between these techniques that are often employed by authors to enhance the narrative structure of their works.
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