Which of the following is most likely the reason an author would choose to use a flashback in a mystery novel?
A.
to intentionally mislead the reader
B.
to help build suspense
C.
to provide relevant background information
D.
to show how two characters are alike

Question

Which of the following is most likely the reason an author would choose to use a flashback in a mystery novel? 
A.
to intentionally mislead the reader
B.
to help build suspense
C.
to provide relevant background information
D.
to show how two characters are alike

anonymous · Answer

it is between b and c apparently I am not allowed to give direct answers

anonymous · Answer

Well, the whole point of a flashback is usually to show information (specifically in a mystery novel) that is important to the case. Here is a definition that I found..."Flashbacks are interruptions that writers do to insert past events in order to provide background or context to the current events of a narrative. By using flashbacks, writers allow their readers to gain insight into a character’s motivation and provide a background to a current conflict. Dream sequences and memories are methods used to present flashbacks."

sandra_ · Answer

C. to provide relevant background information