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Worksheet Description

The worksheet presented is designed to teach students about the narrative device known as the “cliffhanger.” It explains that a cliffhanger is a storytelling technique where a story, chapter, or episode ends on an unresolved note, leaving characters in a difficult situation. This method is employed to create suspense and keep the readers or audience engaged, compelling them to return to the next installment to find out what happens. The sheet indicates that cliffhangers are effective for making the audience wonder about future events and maintain interest in a storyline.

Students are then prompted to engage with this concept by recalling a story, television show, or movie that utilized a cliffhanger ending. They must provide the name of the story and summarize it briefly. Additionally, they are asked to describe the specific cliffhanger from their chosen narrative—detailing the unresolved questions and the stakes for the characters at that moment. This task encourages critical thinking and comprehension as students dissect and understand the mechanics of a cliffhanger, and its impact on storytelling. This hands-on approach facilitates a deeper learning experience by connecting the theoretical concept to familiar stories.