What is the function of the flashback in Ambrose Bierce's "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"?

A) to explain important background information while developing suspense

B) to reveal Peyton Farquhar's plans to sabotage the Owl Creek bridge

C) to resolve the conflict that threatens Peyton Farquhar in Section I

D) to lighten the story's mood by adding humor

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Jaslyn Hanson

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6 April, 11:50

What is the function of the flashback in Ambrose Bierce's "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"?

A) to explain important background information while developing suspense

B) to reveal Peyton Farquhar's plans to sabotage the Owl Creek bridge

C) to resolve the conflict that threatens Peyton Farquhar in Section I

D) to lighten the story's mood by adding humor

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Andrea Baird · Answer 1

The function of the flashback in Ambrose Bierce's "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge is to reveal Peyton Farquhar's plans to sabotage the Owl Creek bridge