SUSPENSE Take good notes on the elements of

SUSPENSE Take good notes on the elements of suspense!

Descriptions of Suspense w The uncertainty or anxiety we feel about what is going to happen next in a story. w Page-turning pace that keeps readers awake just to turn the next page.

Characteristics of Suspense w Reader wonders what will happen next. w Reader wonders when the next plot surprise will spring out at them. w Reader wonders how the character will resolve their conflicts.

Elements of Suspense w Each scene, chapter, event ends on a “hook” to lure readers to the next. w High drama and emotion for both the characters, and if successful, the reader too.

Elements of Suspense ctd. w much uncertainty surrounding the main suspect or there is more than one. w The reader must get to know the villain as well as they know the hero(ine). w unexpected twists and flashes of insight for both the characters and the reader.

Elements of Suspense ctd. w hardly ever any coincidences. w The hero(ine) takes an active role in tracking down the pieces of the puzzle. w The timeline is short and the hero(ine) is in constant and ever -increasing peril. w The climactic end is the result of hero(ine) solving the mystery and giving the villain his do.

Elements of Suspense ctd. w The hero(ine) has help from any number of people. w Foreshadowing is used so the reader won’t want to wait to find out if it is true. w The weather reflects the emotions and attitudes of the characters.

Elements of Suspense ctd. w All five senses are represented w The readers understand the villains motives, even if the characters do not. w Red herrings are used to throw the hero(ine) and the reader off track.

Let’s Get to Work! w Use these notes to create a storyboard of “The Cask of Amontillado”. w Draw a picture for all 6 frames with an example of an element of suspense. w Write a caption that identifies the suspense element from your notes. w Color it! w Finish for homework!