Writer's Methods: Foreshadowing
English
GCSE
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A worksheet exploring the technique of foreshadowing through analysis and annotation of a carefully crafted fictional passage.
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Writer's Methods: Foreshadowing
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Introduction to Foreshadowing
The fog hung thick over the quiet village, obscuring the narrow cobbled streets and casting an eerie silence that seemed almost unnatural. As the clock struck midnight, a distant echo of footsteps sounded, faint yet unmistakable. In her dimly lit room, Eleanor noticed her old, battered watch ticking irregularly—an unusual glitch that she dismissed as a fault. Outside, a sudden gust of wind rattled the windowpanes, and a shadow flickered briefly along the alleyway. She paused, her heartbeat quickening, sensing that something was about to change, though not yet knowing what. The night felt heavy, foreboding, as if the darkness itself was waiting for an event long foretold but not yet revealed.
1.
Identify one example of foreshadowing in the passage and briefly explain its effect.
[2 marks]2.
What atmosphere does the author create through the description of the fog, shadows, and sounds?
[2 marks]3.
Which literary device is primarily used when describing the 'flickering shadow' and how does it contribute to foreshadowing?
[3 marks]4.
How does the author use the setting to enhance the sense of suspense?
[2 marks]5.
Describe how the author hints at an upcoming event without revealing it explicitly.
[3 marks]6.
Choose the correct option: Which of the following best describes the effect of foreshadowing in this passage?
Aa) It reveals the climax of the story
Bb) It creates suspense and anticipation
Cc) It introduces the characters
Dd) It explains the setting
7.
Identify a technique used by the author to create an eerie atmosphere and explain its purpose.
[3 marks]8.
In your own words, explain how foreshadowing can affect a reader's emotional response to a story.
9.
Create a short paragraph describing a scene that uses foreshadowing to hint at a future event. Use atmospheric language and include at least two subtle hints.
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