Opening / Introduction, The way a text begins to engage the reader. 👉 Often sets the scene, mood, or focus straight away., Shift in Focus, A change in what the text is describing or focusing on. 👉 For example: from setting → character, or calm → danger., Zooming In, The writer moves from a general description to a specific detail. 👉 Like a camera lens tightening on one moment., Zooming Out, The writer moves from a close-up detail to a broader view. 👉 Helps show the bigger picture or context., Contrast, A clear difference between two ideas, settings, or moments. 👉 e.g. peaceful beginning vs chaotic ending., Cyclical Structure, The text ends in a similar way to how it began. 👉 Creates a sense of return, reflection, or completeness., Flashback, A shift from the present to something that happened in the past. 👉 Adds background or deeper meaning. , Foreshadowing, Hints or clues about what will happen later. 👉 Builds tension or anticipation., Pace, The speed at which the text moves. 👉 Short sentences = fast pace (tension/action) 👉 Longer sentences = slow pace (description/reflection), Cliffhanger / Ending, An ending that leaves the reader in suspense or with unanswered questions. 👉 Keeps the reader hooked and curious..

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