Question

1. what is the climax, or turning point, of the \an episode of war\?

○ the lieutenant returns home to his family.
○ the lieutenant is struck by a bullet.
○ the lieutenant divides rations among his men.
○ the lieutenant’s arm is amputated.

Explanation:

In Stephen Crane's An Episode of War, this event is the turning point: it abruptly shifts the lieutenant's role from a ration distributor to a wounded victim, driving the rest of the story's focus on his loss and struggle with his injury.

Answer:

○ The lieutenant is struck by a bullet.