Understanding Flashback in Character Development

Very Hard Literary Devices Flashback

In several literary works, authors utilize flashback to enhance character development and thematic depth. Consider the following excerpt from a novel:

“As I sat on the porch, I could almost hear my father’s voice, echoing through the years. I remembered the summer when we built our first treehouse, and he climbed up with me, laughing. That was the last summer things felt normal.”

Based on this passage, which choice best exemplifies the function of the flashback as it relates to character development?

The flashback indicates the protagonist's longing for a simpler past, suggesting a loss of innocence.

The flashback serves to introduce a new character who was important in the protagonist's early life.

The flashback reveals a secret that changes the protagonist's view of their father.

The flashback illustrates key plot details about the protagonist's current conflict.

The flashback showcases the protagonist's skills in construction, foreshadowing their future success.

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