๐Ÿ“šap english literature review

Pacing

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Pacing refers to the speed at which a story unfolds, including the rhythm and tempo of events. It determines how quickly or slowly the plot progresses.