When a person reads a story, he or she is aware of many types of elements of fiction. An author uses elements of fiction to make his or her story move and read in a way that will make the story enjoyable and a thrill to read. By using these elements in the right way, the author creates an abundance of suspense within the reader, making the reader wonder what is to come. Faulkner uses …showed first 75 words of 531 total…

…showed last 75 words of 531 total…ways to write a story. Faulkner's use of plot that is not in chronological order causes the reader to not be able to skip and scenes involved with Emily's life. His use of foreshadowing and flashbacks fill us in on Emily's life and suggest what is to happen later on in the story. With the use of elements, Faulkner makes "A Rose for Emily" and enjoyable story to read and a story filled with suspense.