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Lesson 157 of 500 · Extra Passages
⭐ 30 XPLiterary Devices Foreshadowing
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Foreshadowing is a literary device that gives readers hints about what will happen later in a story.
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Foreshadowing is a literary device that gives readers hints about what will happen later in a story. Authors use it to build excitement and suspense. For example, if a character finds a mysterious key early in a tale, it might suggest that a hidden door will be opened later on. This helps readers feel curious about how the key will be important. Foreshadowing can be subtle, like a character mentioning a storm before a big event, or more obvious, like a dark cloud hovering over a cheerful scene. By using foreshadowing, writers can create connections between different parts of the story, making the plot more engaging and thrilling. It invites readers to think ahead and make predictions about the unfolding events.
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