6 Elements of Literature Methods of Creating Suspense
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reversal
A sudden change in a character's situation from good to bad or vice-versa.
methods of creating suspense
Conflict creates suspense. Suspense is what keeps us turning the pages. Authors use various methods in creating suspense. these are foreshadowing, mystery, dilemma or reversal.
dilemma
When a character is in trouble/peril or must choose between two dangerous or conflicting courses of action.
foreshadowing
When a writer gives clues - sometimes even false clues - that hint at the outcome of a story event or the entire story's outcome.
mystery
When the author withholds information from the reader. The author may also use unusual and mysterious circumstances.
