
Prologue
Literary Opening
A prologue in literature introduces the theme or sets the stage for the story to come.

The prologue began with a powerful storm that foreshadowed the novel's tumultuous events.
Scene Setting
A book's prologue is often used to provide background information that is crucial to the plot.

In the prologue, the author described the medieval town in vivid detail.
Speaker's Introduction
In speeches, a prologue may serve to introduce the main topics before presenting arguments.

The speaker's prologue addressed the key points he would later expand upon.
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