In "the think tank," the final paragraph begins with the question, "what's the next step? " which best explains why the author includes this question? a) to suggest that writers, like scientists, must be curious b) to show that she does not have all the answers c) to casually lead into shumaker's plans for future research d) to criticize shumaker's lack of ideas about what to do next

Which dialogue introduces a conflict?

What effect is created by the plaque posted on the gate at the entrance to the family's home in nadine gordimer's "once upon a time"? the words written on the plaque offer readers a foreshadowing of the story's outcome without revealing the actual conclusion, the author's use of flashback allows readers to understand what is at the heart of the issues of encroachment in the suburban neighborhood the repetition of the words written on the plaque presents an oxymoron because readers already sense that the plaque has been ineffective in warding off intruders. the author introduces a paradox in which readers are presented with a warning notice when no actual infraction has taken place.

“dènouement” is another word for the of a plot.