Match each narrative technique with its definition.

Match Term Definition
Description A) A writing technique used to alter time in order to convey a past event or significant occurrence
Flashback B) A writing technique used to subtly suggest or indicate something ahead of time in a text; typically creates suspense and/or advances the plot
Foreshadowing C) The methods or strategies a writer uses to advance a plot or create tension, mood, and/or tone in a text
Juxtaposition D) A writer's side by side placement of two descriptions, ideas, characters, actions, or events in a text
Pacing E) A method of narration in which writing is organized around the internal thoughts of the narrator
Stream of consciousness F) The details a writer uses to convey a message or develop literary elements, including sensory details and/or literal and figurative language

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Here are the narrative techniques matched with their definitions:

  • Description → F) The details a writer uses to convey a message or develop literary elements, including sensory details and/or literal and figurative language
  • Flashback → A) A writing technique used to alter time in order to convey a past event or significant occurrence
  • Foreshadowing → B) A writing technique used to subtly suggest or indicate something ahead of time in a text; typically creates suspense and/or advances the plot
  • Juxtaposition → D) A writer's side by side placement of two descriptions, ideas, characters, actions, or events in a text
  • Pacing → C) The methods or strategies a writer uses to advance a plot or create tension, mood, and/or tone in a text
  • Stream of consciousness → E) A method of narration in which writing is organized around the internal thoughts of the narrator