Question

What is the most common role that flashbacks play in written narratives?

to develop a character by describing his or her dress and speech

to make the reader wonder about the impact of future events

to give background information to help the reader make sense of the story

to give clues as to what will happen later in the story

Answer 1

to give background information to help the reader make sense of the story

Flashbacks most often provide backstory—past events, memories, or context—that explain characters' motivations, relationships, or current situations.