1.3.3.2 - Noting Surprises/Puzzles
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Practice Questions
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Define 'surprise' in literary terms.
💡 Hint: Think about moments when you were shocked by a plot twist.
What is a puzzle in literature?
💡 Hint: Consider scenes that left you wondering why a character acted a certain way.
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What is the main purpose of noting surprises in a text?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of unexpected events in storytelling.
True or False: Puzzles in a text are unimportant and do not require further analysis.
💡 Hint: Consider how confusion prompts inquiry.
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Analyze a surprise from any well-known mystery novel. Explain how this surprise impacts character development and themes.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how plot twists can reshape our view of characters.
Identify a puzzle in a classic piece of literature. Discuss various interpretations it invites from different readers.
💡 Hint: Think of ambiguous dialogue that prompts differing perspectives.
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