Foreshadowing
What is Foreshadowing?
A hint or clue about what’s coming later.
What is an extended metaphor?
An extended metaphor is a comparison between two different things that adds much more detail to the comparison.
A character says, “This day couldn’t get any worse…” and then something bad happens. Which is it?
Foreshadowing.
True or False: Foreshadowing always tells you exactly what will happen next.
False, foreshadowing gives clues, not exact details.
True or False: An extended metaphor compares two things and continues that comparison throughout multiple lines or sentences.
True
Life is a roller coaster, twisting through highs and lows, racing through moments of fear and thrill, with every turn unexpected and every drop reminding you to hold on tight. Which is it?
Extended Metaphor.
A dark storm is mentioned early in a story. Later, something tragic happens. How is this foreshadowing?
The storm is a symbol that hints at something bad coming—creating mood and suspense.
Her voice was music, each word a note in a song that made people stop and listen. How is this an extended metaphor?
It extends the original metaphor (Her voice was music) and adds more detail.
A repeated image of a clock ticking throughout a story. Which is it?
Foreshadowing, a ticking clock, could foreshadow something bad will happen soon.