Barthes+contd.

=Barthes contd. =

ONE:

 An enigma is introduced-this causes us to ask a  question about how the narrative will unfold.

 a) whodunnit?  b) will they get together?  c) will he/she live?

 TWO:

 A delay or obstacle stalls the solution to the enigma.

 a) keeps the enigma open  b) suspense builds

 THREE:

 Resolution to the enigma.  a) satisfies our curiosity

