Timing in AP English Language

Definition

Timing refers to how an author strategically arranges events or information within a passage for maximum impact. It involves the deliberate placement of key moments, revelations, or transitions to enhance the overall effectiveness and coherence of the writing.

Related terms

Narrative Structure: The organization and arrangement of events within a story.

Foreshadowing: A literary technique where hints or clues are given about future events in a passage.

Transitions:

Words or phrases used to smoothly connect different ideas or sections within a passage.