Question 1: What clues in the passage suggest that the narrator may be unreliable?

Answer: The narrator's contradictory statements about feeling fine yet experiencing fears indicate unreliability.

Question 2: Identify one narrative technique the narrator uses to express their perspective.

Answer: The narrator uses subjective descriptions like 'shadows moving' to illustrate their perception.

Question 3: Explain how the narrator’s choice of words influences your perception of their credibility.

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Question 4: What might the narrator’s unreliability reveal about their mental state?

Answer: It suggests they may be experiencing psychological distress or distrust that affects their perspective.

Question 5: Identify a literary device in the passage and explain its effect.

Answer: Imagery ('shadows moving') creates a sense of fear and distorted perception.

Question 6: Would you trust this narrator? Why or why not? Provide a brief explanation.

Answer: Students should justify their answer based on the narrator’s contradictory statements and perception.

Question 1: Identify two literary techniques in the passage and explain their effect on the reader.

Answer: Imagery ('cold sweat', 'shadows') evokes fear; personification ('shadows seemed to stretch') adds a sense of unnaturalness.

Question 1: How does the narrator’s perspective create ambiguity about the truth? Provide specific examples.

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Question 1: Create a brief outline of your story, highlighting the narrative techniques you will use.

Answer: Outline should include techniques like unreliable description, shifting perspective, and emotional bias.

Question 2: Write your story in at least 15 lines, incorporating the techniques outlined above.

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