Directions: As you read "The Tell-Tale Heart", pay attention to the author's technique in prejk senting his ideas. Then, record some examples of each of the techniques listed in the chart below. You should have at
least 1 or 2 examples for each technique. On the bottom of the chart decide whether or not the narrator is
reliable, or credible
Tracking Technique to Build Suspense in “The Tell -Tale Heart" by Edgar Allen Poe
TECHNIQUE
EXAMPLE
Describing a character's
anxiety or fear.
Using dramatic words to
describe dramatic sights,
sounds or feelings.
Repeating words, phrases, or
characters' actions.
Is the narrator
reliable/credible?
Yes or No...Explain.
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