2 sentencesYour teacher will review your response to ensure you receive proper credit for your answer. Explain how Ambrose Bierce's use of foreshadowing or flashback influences "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge." Select the link to access the Short Answer Rubric.
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Ambrose Bierce's use of foreshadowing in "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" creates anticipation and tension for readers as they anticipate a major event or revelation. His use of flashbacks, on the other hand, provides crucial background information that helps readers understand the protagonist's state of mind and motivations.