Which of the following is a literary device that is used to hint at a future occurrence?

Nadine Gordimer was a South African writer and political activist known for her novels and short stories addressing the moral and social issues during the apartheid era. While she is a significant literary figure, she did not write "Things Fall Apart" or "No Longer at Ease."

Chinua Achebe is celebrated for his impactful storytelling and profound exploration of African culture and colonialism. His novels "Things Fall Apart" and "No Longer at Ease" are seminal works that have shaped African literature and are often studied for their narrative depth and cultural significance.

Wole Soyinka is a Nigerian playwright and poet who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986. His works often focus on political issues and social justice, but he did not author "Things Fall Apart" or "No Longer at Ease," which are specifically attributed to Achebe.

J.M. Coetzee is a South African novelist and essayist, known for his works such as "Disgrace." While he has made significant contributions to literature, he is not the author of the aforementioned novels by Achebe.