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Cyclical Plot Structure in AP English Literature

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Cyclical plot structure refers to narratives that repeat certain patterns or themes throughout the story. It often starts and ends in similar ways, suggesting an ongoing cycle or repetition of events.

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Topic 1.3: 1.3 Understanding how a story’s structure affects interpretations

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