Epiphany
A sudden moment of profound insight or realisation in which a character (or reader) understands something previously hidden or misunderstood. Epiphany can be transformative, revealing truth or shifting perspective dramatically.
Real World
In James Joyce's short story 'Araby,' a boy travels across Dublin to buy a gift for a girl he admires, only to arrive at a closing bazaar and suddenly recognise the futility and vanity of his romantic obsession.
Exam Focus
Identify the precise moment of realisation and analyse the language shift around it — examiners look for close, pinpointed analysis.
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