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Which literary term describes the anxiety and anticipation a reader feels about what might happen next in story?

The literary term that describes the anxiety and anticipation a reader feels about what might happen next in a story is suspense.

Suspense is created through various techniques like:

* Cliffhangers: Ending a scene or chapter on a dramatic or unresolved note.

* Foreshadowing: Hints or clues that suggest future events.

* Delayed gratification: Keeping the reader waiting for the resolution of a conflict or mystery.

* Building tension: Gradually increasing the stakes or danger for the characters.

Suspense is a key element in keeping readers engaged and wanting to know what happens next.

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