Question

Which best explains why the author of a narrative might describe events in a different order than they occurred? (1 point)
• to create suspense by withholding information from the reader
• to prove that this is the best way to present events to the reader
• to create a mistake that the reader has to find and correct
• to confuse the reader by rearranging the sequence of events

Answer 1

The best explanation for why the author of a narrative might describe events in a different order than they occurred is:

• to create suspense by withholding information from the reader.

This technique can engage readers, enhance tension, and make the narrative more compelling.