A Rose for Emily

How does the author use foreshadowing in A Rose for Emily?

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When Emily's father passes away, she refuses to acknowledge his death. It takes three days for her to allow the removal of his body from their home. This foreshadows the discovery of Homer Barron's decomposed corpse in Emily's house after her death.

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A Rose for Emily