1. Pacing is the speed at which a story unfolds. The action in a story can be fast, slow, or somewhere in between. Different parts of a narrative can have a different _________.

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2. Writers can also change a story’s pacing by varying ___________ . Longer sentences cause the pacing to slow down. Shorter sentences help to speed up the action.

3. For an event that is more exciting, a writer may choose to use shorter sentences. This lets the reader feel the excitement by reading at a _________ _________.

4. For an event that is more serious or slow, a writer may choose to use long sentences so that the reader slows down and thinks about what is going _________.

5. ___________, the moments of a story when the author shows what is happening in a character's mind, is another way that a writer can impact the pacing. The more a writer has a character _________ on what is going on, the longer the story may seem.

Answer 1

6. Flashbacks, or scenes that show events that happened in the past, can also affect the pacing of a story. Flashbacks can slow down the action by providing important background information.

7. Dialogue can also impact the pacing of a story. Quick, back-and-forth dialogue can make a scene feel fast-paced, while longer, more reflective dialogue can slow things down.

8. By strategically using a combination of pacing techniques, writers can create a dynamic and engaging narrative that keeps readers on their toes.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

1. rhythm
2. sentence structure
3. quicker pace
4. on
5. Internal monologue, reflecting
6. Flashbacks
7. Dialogue
8. Yes