Exploring Suspense
Techniques
There is a clear
hero and a clear
villain
The hero is likable
and competent,
but FLAWED
The hero must
have a powerful
motivation
Future Events are Anticipated
Through Foreshadowing
Timing is
Important
Problems and Obstacles are
Continually Added
Unexpected Twists, Surprises
and Cliff-hangers are Used
A Story’s Point of View Can
Maximize Suspense
Setting
Contributes to
Suspense
Unique Characters May Appear
Suspicious…
Pay Attention to Them!
The Plot May Contain
Suspenseful Events
A Suspense Story
Involves Delay
A Denial of Sight or an Increase
in Abrupt or Frightening Sounds
may be Used