narrative+devices

=**Narrative Devices:**=

This term describes the tools of the story teller (also used in non fiction), such as ordering events so that they build to a climatic moment or withholding information until a crucial or appropriate moment when revealing it creates a desired effect. On the essay exam this term may also apply to biographical and autobiographical writing.
 * Definition:**


 * Examples: SONS**

--In //Romeo & Juliet// the two main characters both state early on that they would rather die than not be together.
 * -Foreshadowing**, hinting at events to occur later.


 * -Personification -**the use of comparative metaphors and similes to give human-like characteristics to non-human objects.

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 * -Plot twist** is a change ("twist") in the direction or expected outcome of the plot of a film or novel.
 * -Suspense** or **tension** is the feeling of uncertainty and interest about the outcome of certain actions -- most often referring to an audience's perceptions in a dramatic work.

--"Alex," my mother asked, "what were your activities and pursuits at your middle school today?" --"I had a full day of activities, Mother. My teachers were stimulating, and my English class was especially delightful."
 * -Dialogue** is a reciprocal conversation between two or more persons

**Works Cited:**
Page made by: **M. Hernandez**

- Siegel, Kristi. "Using Dialogue Effectively...." __Dialogue__. Mount Mary College. 3 Apr 2007 . -"Literary Technique." __Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia__. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.. 3 Apr 2007 . -"Foreshadowing." __Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia__. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.. 3 Apr 2007 .