Causal strong strength

Narrative Connection

How these two moments in the story relate


Why These Connect

The narrative assertion

"The events at the cave, specifically Barbara's pursuit of Tegana, lead directly to Tegana sowing distrust between Polo and the travelers upon their return."

About Causal Connections

A directly causes B. The first event sets forces in motion that produce the second. These are the load-bearing connections of plot--remove one and the story structure collapses.

Related Connections