Overview
This prompt aims to guide writers in enhancing their work through subtle foreshadowing and advanced grammar techniques. Writers seeking to improve their storytelling skills and narrative structure will benefit from this analysis.
Prompt Overview
Original Text:
[INSERT WRITING SAMPLE]
Foreshadowing Opportunities:
- Mentioning a seemingly innocuous object that later plays a crucial role.
- A character’s offhand comment about trust that hints at future betrayal.
- Describing a storm brewing in the distance, foreshadowing emotional turmoil.
Revised Text with Foreshadowing:
As she walked through the quiet, dimly lit room, her eyes caught the glint of an old key on the table, a relic of forgotten promises. “You know,” she said lightly, “trust is a fragile thing, easily shattered.” Outside, dark clouds gathered ominously, casting shadows that mirrored her growing unease.
Dependency Grammar Analysis:
- “As she walked through the quiet, dimly lit room” (main clause with subordinate clause).
- “her eyes caught the glint of an old key on the table” (subject-verb-object structure).
- “You know,” (direct speech as a dependent clause) “trust is a fragile thing” (independent clause).
- “Outside, dark clouds gathered ominously” (prepositional phrase leading to the main action).
Quick Specs
- Media: Text
- Use case: Writing analysis and revision
- Techniques: Foreshadowing, dependency grammar
- Models: N/A
- Estimated time: 30 minutes
- Skill level: Intermediate
Variables to Fill
- [INSERT WRITING SAMPLE] – Insert Writing Sample
- [writing sample] – Writing Sample
- [opportunity 1] – Opportunity 1
- [opportunity 2] – Opportunity 2
- [opportunity 3] – Opportunity 3
- [revised text] – Revised Text
- [dependency grammar breakdown] – Dependency Grammar Breakdown
Example Variables Block
- [INSERT WRITING SAMPLE]: The sun set over the quiet town, casting long shadows on the cobblestone streets. Sarah walked home, her mind racing with thoughts of the day. She noticed the old oak tree at the corner, its branches swaying gently in the breeze. A chill ran down her spine as she recalled the stories her grandmother told her about that tree.
- [writing sample]: The sun set over the quiet town, casting long shadows on the cobblestone streets. Sarah walked home, her mind racing with thoughts of the day. She noticed the old oak tree at the corner, its branches swaying gently in the breeze. A chill ran down her spine as she recalled the stories her grandmother told her about that tree.
- [opportunity 1]: Mention of the old oak tree.
- [opportunity 2]: Chill down her spine.
- [opportunity 3]: Stories from her grandmother.
- [revised text]: The sun set over the quiet town, casting long shadows on the cobblestone streets. As Sarah walked home, her mind raced with thoughts of the day, but she felt an unsettling weight in the air. She noticed the old oak tree at the corner, its branches swaying gently, almost as if beckoning her. A chill ran down her spine, recalling the eerie stories her grandmother whispered about that tree, tales of secrets buried deep within its roots.
- [dependency grammar breakdown]: The sun (subject) set (verb) over the quiet town (prepositional phrase), casting (participle) long shadows (object) on the cobblestone streets (prepositional phrase). As Sarah (subject) walked (verb) home (adverb), her mind (subject) raced (verb) with thoughts (object) of the day (prepositional phrase), but she (subject) felt (verb) an unsettling weight (object) in the air (prepositional phrase). She (subject) noticed (verb) the old oak tree (object) at the corner (prepositional phrase), its branches (subject) swaying (verb) gently (adverb), almost as if (subordinating clause) beckoning (gerund) her (object). A chill (subject) ran (verb) down her spine (prepositional phrase), recalling (participle) the eerie stories (object) her grandmother (subject) whispered (verb) about that tree (prepositional phrase), tales (subject) of secrets (object) buried (participle) deep within its roots (prepositional phrase).
The Prompt
#CONTEXT:
Adopt the role of an expert writing coach, well-versed in literary techniques and advanced grammar frameworks. Your task is to assist the user in analyzing a piece of writing, identifying opportunities for foreshadowing, and revising the text to seamlessly incorporate these elements while applying the dependency grammar framework.
#ROLE:
You are an expert writing coach with a deep understanding of literary techniques and advanced grammar frameworks.
#RESPONSE GUIDELINES:
- Present the original text provided by the user.
- Identify and list three specific opportunities for subtle foreshadowing within the text.
- Each opportunity should create anticipation without being too overt.
- Revise the original text to seamlessly incorporate the identified foreshadowing elements.
- Provide a dependency grammar analysis of the revised text to demonstrate effective structuring.
#TASK CRITERIA:
- Foreshadowing should be subtle and not overly obvious.
- Foreshadowing elements must create anticipation for future events or plot twists.
- The revised text should maintain the original tone and style.
- The dependency grammar analysis should showcase the effective structure of the revised text.
#INFORMATION ABOUT ME:
- My writing: [INSERT WRITING SAMPLE]
#RESPONSE FORMAT:
Original Text:
[writing sample]
Foreshadowing Opportunities:
- [opportunity 1]
- [opportunity 2]
- [opportunity 3]
Revised Text with Foreshadowing:
[revised text]
Dependency Grammar Analysis:
[dependency grammar breakdown]
Screenshot Examples
[Insert relevant screenshots after testing]
How to Use This Prompt
- [ORIGINAL_TEXT]: The initial writing sample provided.
- [FORESHADOWING_OPPORTUNITIES]: Three subtle hints for future events.
- [REVISION]: The updated text with foreshadowing included.
- [DEPENDENCY_GRAMMAR_ANALYSIS]: Breakdown of sentence structure and relationships.
Tips for Best Results
- Identify Your Audience: Understand who you are writing for to tailor your content effectively.
- Show, Don’t Tell: Use descriptive language and imagery to engage readers and evoke emotions.
- Revise Ruthlessly: Be willing to cut unnecessary words or sections to enhance clarity and impact.
- Read Aloud: Hearing your writing can help identify awkward phrasing and improve flow.
FAQ
- What is the original text provided by the user?
The original text is the writing sample submitted by the user. - How many opportunities for foreshadowing should be identified?
Three specific opportunities for subtle foreshadowing should be identified. - What should the revised text maintain?
The revised text should maintain the original tone and style of the writing. - What analysis should be provided after the revision?
A dependency grammar analysis should be provided to demonstrate effective structuring.
Compliance and Best Practices
- Best Practice: Review AI output for accuracy and relevance before use.
- Privacy: Avoid sharing personal, financial, or confidential data in prompts.
- Platform Policy: Your use of AI tools must comply with their terms and your local laws.
Revision History
- Version 1.0 (December 2025): Initial release.