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Question Which statement explains why an author would include a flashback as an element of nonlinear plot development in a story? Select the two correct answers.(1 point) Responses to interrupt the sequence of events as a way to gain the reader's interest to interrupt the sequence of events as a way to gain the reader's interest to provide the reader with background information about characters or events to provide the reader with background information about characters or events to create a feeling of suspense or tension about future events to create a feeling of suspense or tension about future events to use a central character or event to connect two or more narratives to use a central character or event to connect two or more narratives to give the reader a hint about what may happen later in the story

Answer 1

The two correct answers explaining why an author would include a flashback as an element of nonlinear plot development are:

1. **to provide the reader with background information about characters or events**
2. **to create a feeling of suspense or tension about future events**

These choices highlight how flashbacks can enhance the understanding of the story and build anticipation.