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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What is the function of the flashback in Ambrose Bierce’s “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge”? A) to explain important background information while developing suspense B) to reveal Peyton Farquhar’s plans to sabotage the Owl Creek bridge C) to resolve the conflict that threatens Peyton Farquhar in Section I D) to lighten the story’s mood by adding humor

OpenStudy (anonymous):

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OpenStudy (jumperman):

You disturbed my hibernation.....

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i am sorry oh pure one...

OpenStudy (jumperman):

......... Did you just call me oh pure one? The hell boy?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

no not the hell boy... just u know pure like... u know..

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@undeadknight26 hewp mah pweez :3

OpenStudy (jumperman):

It's B dude.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

tink u dats wat i was tinking <3

undeadknight26 (undeadknight26):

Never read it XD

OpenStudy (anonymous):

In Section III of “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge,” Bierce uses vibrant diction to help readers visualize the A) calm and dignified manner in which Farquhar dies. B) comedy of Farquhar’s situation. C) noise and commotion during Farquhar’s attempt to escape. D) frustration of the angry Union soldiers.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

lol @undeadknight26 its ok thx anyways XD

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@Jumperman one more plz?

OpenStudy (jumperman):

Hold on, I'm looking for the part.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Okie not D or C i dont think

OpenStudy (jumperman):

D and C is false. A sounds right.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Okie tink u tink u tink u sooo much bro

OpenStudy (jumperman):

No problem dude.

OpenStudy (arabpride):

D:!!!!!!! no no no /.< never read it, but I'm positive the first one is A.) Flashbacks are always included in stories for background information; authors also make it an indirect approach to add suspense.... ~Good Luck! x.x'

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