Question

read this passage:

i became impatient at her repeated attempts and, seizing the new doll, i dashed it upon the floor. i was keenly delighted when i felt the fragments of the broken doll at my feet. neither sorrow nor regret followed my passionate outburst.

—helen keller, the story of my life

this passage from the story of my life is an example of which element of plot?

a. climax

b. rising action

c. conclusion

d. falling action

Explanation:

To determine the plot element, we analyze each option:

• Climax: The most intense, turning point of the story. This passage shows a passionate outburst (breaking the doll) with no sorrow/regret, likely a key emotional moment, but let's check others.
• Rising action: Events that build tension/lead to the climax. The outburst here could be part of rising action as it's a significant event leading to further development (e.g., learning consequences or growth later in the story).
• Conclusion: Wraps up the story, which this passage doesn't do.
• Falling action: Follows the climax, resolving tension. This passage is more about a passionate event, not resolving.

The outburst (breaking the doll) is a significant event that builds towards a potential climax or character development, fitting rising action.

Answer:

B. Rising action