Identifying Flashback in Literature

Very Easy Literary Devices Flashback

In literature, a flashback is used to reveal important details about the background of characters or events. This device can enhance character development and plot understanding by moving backward in time. Which of the following examples best illustrates the use of a flashback?

A character remembers their childhood while looking at an old photograph.

The story describes the current events happening in a bustling city.

A character explains their current feelings while talking to a friend.

The protagonist embarks on a new adventure in a distant land.

A character makes a discovery about a hidden treasure in the attic.

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