ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A state of nervous excitement in the reader from anticipating what is going to happen next in the plot:
A
motivation
B
theme
C
suspense
D
conflict
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Suspense is a state of excitement or anxiety about something that is going to happen very soon, for example about some news that you are waiting to hear.

Detailed explanation-2: -In a dramatic work, suspense is the anticipation of the outcome of a plot or of the solution to an uncertainty, puzzle, or mystery, particularly as it affects a character for whom one has sympathy.

Detailed explanation-3: -SUSPENSE DEFINITION Suspense is a state of uncertainty or excitement regarding a specific outcome. Suspense is typically coupled with feelings of anxiousness and anticipation. In storytelling, it is used to keep an audience deeply engaged in what is occurring.

Detailed explanation-4: -Narrative Suspense. Short-term Suspense. Romantic/Comedic Suspense. Cliffhangers. Mystery. Horror. 20-Dec-2022

Detailed explanation-5: -Conflict. Every novel needs conflict, and it’s also incredibly important for building suspense. Pacing. The pace of your novel is another important component to building suspense. Red herrings. Red herrings are clues in your story that mislead readers. Atmosphere. High stakes.

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