Question

What is one main reason an author manipulates time in a story?(1 point)
Responses

to generate sympathy for characters
to generate sympathy for characters

to build greater tension for readers
to build greater tension for readers

to create a challenge for the author
to create a challenge for the author

to ensure that readers are paying attention
to ensure that readers are paying attention

Answer 1

to build greater tension for readers

Manipulating time (flashbacks, foreshadowing, slowed or sped pacing) is often used to control suspense and heighten tension.