Practice Suspense and Emotional Intensity - 4.7.3 | Module 4: Snapshots - Supplementary Reader | CBSE Grade 11 English
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4.7.3 - Suspense and Emotional Intensity

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is suspense?

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Think about how stories keep you guessing.

Question 2

Easy

Name a technique Cronin uses to create suspense in 'Birth'.

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Consider the environment and the situation of his main character.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does suspense primarily create in a story?

  • A feeling of calm
  • Excitement and tension
  • Boredom

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Consider how you feel while reading a gripping story.

Question 2

True or False: Emotional intensity only refers to the protagonistโ€™s feelings.

  • True
  • False

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Consider the relationships between characters.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss how Croninโ€™s narrative structure in 'Birth' enhances both suspense and emotional intensity. Provide specific evidence from the text.

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Think about the structure of the story from start to climax and how each part contributes.

Question 2

Create a brief outline for a narrative that effectively uses suspense and emotional intensity. What will be your key elements?

๐Ÿ’ก Hint: Focus on building a strong conflict that engages and involves the reader.

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