3.3.1.2.2 - Rising Action and Complications
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Define rising action in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens before the main conflict is resolved.
List one example of a complication in a story.
💡 Hint: What obstacle makes it hard for the protagonist?
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What is the purpose of rising action in a narrative?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens before the climax.
True or False: Complications in a narrative only include obstacles presented solely by other characters.
💡 Hint: Remember that obstacles can come from within the character too.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of rising action in a non-linear narrative. How does it affect character perception and reader engagement?
💡 Hint: Think about how jumping between timeframes might alter character understanding.
Create a short plot outline that incorporates at least three types of complications in the rising action. Describe how these complications enhance the narrative.
💡 Hint: Identify complications that are diverse yet interrelated to deepen your storyline.
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