As evident in For a Decent Living, foreshadowing can contribute to the complexity and depth in
ASL literary works. Thus, to help with our study of ASL literary works, we need to recognize and
consider the importance of clues that could predict outcomes. Our appreciation of ASL literature will
heighten when we recognize and understand the use of foreshadowing and other literary devices.
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Note: Special thanks to Dr. Sam Supalla and Janey Greenwald for feedback and edits on my editorial.
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