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Plot Device Detectives

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  • Before the test, Paul said, “I think I might get a low score.” Later, he really failed the test.
    Foreshadowing
  • In the cafeteria, everyone thought James broke the vending machine because he was standing near it. Later, it was revealed another student accidentally kicked it.
    Red Herring
  • A group of friends was lost in the forest with no food. Suddenly, a rescue team appeared because they saw their flashlight from afar.
    Deus ex machina
  • During a basketball game, the score was tied with only one second left. Just as the star player jumped to shoot the ball— the buzzer sounded, and the story ended without showing if the ball went in or not.
    Cliff hanger
  • The episode ended just as Miguel opened a mysterious envelope, but we never saw what was inside.
    Cliffhanger
  • A class group project was about to fail because no one brought materials. Just then, their adviser arrived carrying extra supplies and saved the day.
    Deus ex Machina