Developing Conflict and Suspense
Students learn techniques for building tension and creating compelling conflicts within a narrative.
Key Questions
- Explain how foreshadowing contributes to building suspense in a story.
- Design a scenario where internal and external conflicts intertwine to drive the plot.
- Critique different methods authors use to resolve or leave conflicts unresolved.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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