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Unilorin Post-UTME Literature in English 2024 (Model questions) Question 3

Question 3

Prose: General

A narrative technique where the story begins at a crucial point in the action, rather than from the beginning, is called:

  1. A.Flashback
  2. B.In media res
  3. C.Foreshadowing
  4. D.Stream of consciousness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (In media res)

Explanation

'In media res' is Latin for 'in the middle of things': the story opens in the middle of the action and earlier events are filled in later.