The use of parallel plots increases tension. This narrative structure allows readers to see the consequences of each decision simultaneously, highlighting the stakes involved and fostering a sense of urgency in the character's eventual choice. By experiencing both paths, the audience is more engaged in the character’s journey and the potential ramifications of both decisions, amplifying the emotional weight of the final decision.
A story begins with a character trying to make a major life decision. The character goes to sleep, and the next day the storyline splits in two. One thread of scenes follows the character showing their life if they had decided the big choice one way. The other follows the character showing their life if they had decided the big choice another way. Both paths involve unexpected downsides and upsides. Near the end of the story, the character hits their head in both storylines. For a moment, the character fully understands both realities and must choose which reality to return to.
How does the author’s choice of structure create a specific effect?
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The use of a subplot increases tension.
The use of a subplot increases tension.
The use of parallel plots increases tension.
The use of parallel plots increases tension.
The use of a subplot adds a sense of surprise.
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