The primary conflict in the Colomber by Dino Buzzati was when Stefano wanted to be a sea captain but cannot because of a belief that those who saw Colomber is doomed to death.
He was not able to pursue his passion because of his and his father's fears.
Answer: They help readers predict the main ideas
It affects the story because it allows the readers to know how the author feels towards the following and it also allows the readers to consider what he is thinking.