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by studying other works by the author to make connections
by studying other works by the author to make connections
by looking for distinct elements of the plot including rising action and climax
by looking for distinct elements of the plot including rising action and climax
by analyzing characterization and setting descriptions
by analyzing characterization and setting descriptions
by drawing conclusions about the societal issues present in the text
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All the provided options can help a reader determine the author's meaning in a narrative, but one of the most effective ways is:
by analyzing characterization and setting descriptions.
Characterization provides insight into the motivations, conflicts, and themes of the narrative, while setting can contextualize the story and its themes. Together, they help readers to understand the author's messages and intentions more deeply.
