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.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.(2 points)

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Responses

to give the reader a hint about what may happen later in the storyto give the reader a hint about what may happen later in the story
to give the reader a hint about what may happen later in the story to give the reader a hint about what may happen later in the story

to interrupt the sequence of events as a way to gain the reader's interestto 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 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

Answer 1

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

1. to interrupt the sequence of events as a way to gain the reader's interest
2. to provide the reader with background information about characters or events

These options illustrate how flashbacks can enhance the narrative by adding depth to the story and keeping the reader engaged.