Worksheet on Writer's Methods: Foreshadowing
English
GCSE
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A worksheet exploring the literary device of foreshadowing through a carefully crafted fiction extract, designed to enhance understanding of writer's methods for GCSE students.
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Worksheet on Writer's Methods: Foreshadowing
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Understanding Foreshadowing in Literature
As dusk settled over the quiet village, an eerie stillness pervaded the air. Emma walked along the narrow, winding path, her lantern casting flickering shadows on the cobblestones. The old house at the end of the lane had been abandoned for decades, its windows dark and broken, yet tonight, a faint glimmer of light flickered behind the curtains—a subtle glow that seemed out of place in the desolation. Emma hesitated, recalling tales of the house’s haunted past, but her curiosity drew her onward. A chill ran down her spine as a distant owl hooted, its cry echoing through the night. As she approached the gate, a sudden gust of wind rattled the old iron latch, causing a loose shutter to bang against the wall. Inside the house, the air was thick with dust and silence, yet her footsteps disturbed the quiet, filling the emptiness with a tense expectancy. Something about the house felt different tonight—more alive, more sinister. Outside, the shadows lengthened, and the faint light behind the curtains flickered again, almost beckoning her to uncover its secret.
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What clues in the extract suggest that the house might be haunted?
[2 marks]2.
Identify an example of foreshadowing in the extract.
[2 marks]3.
How does the author create an atmospheric mood in the extract?
[3 marks]4.
Explain the effect of the wind rattling the latch on the reader's anticipation.
[2 marks]5.
Identify a phrase that hints at future events in the story.
[2 marks]6.
Describe how the setting contributes to the theme of mystery.
[3 marks]7.
In your own words, explain what foreshadowing is and how it is used in the extract.
[6 marks]8.
What mood is predominantly created in the extract, and how?
[2 marks]B
Creative Writing Exercise: Foreshadowing
Write a short paragraph (about 150 words) using foreshadowing to hint at an upcoming twist in a story set in a mysterious forest. Use descriptive language and include at least three hints or clues for the reader.
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Your task is to craft a paragraph that incorporates foreshadowing. Include specific clues that prepare the reader for what is to come. Check the following list before you start:
- Use atmospheric descriptions
- Include hints about future events
- Use a variety of sentence types
- Maintain a mysterious tone
- Ensure the hints are subtle but effective
Write your paragraph below:
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