CLIMAX

CLIMAX

Definition: The turning point in the action (also known as the “crisis”) and/or the highest point of interest or excitement.

CLIMAX EXAMPLE: PINOCCHIO IS TRANSFORMED INTO A DONKEY AND SOLD INTO LABOR BEFORE HE SAVES GEPPETTO AND PROVES HIMSELF WORTHY OF BEING A REAL BOY.

OTHER EXAMPLES OF CLIMAX

Romeo and Juliet – When Romeo challenges Tybalt to a duel

Huckleberry Finn – When Tom and Huck break Jim out of jail

FUNCTION OF CLIMAX

Helps readers understand the significance of the rising action earlier to the point in the plot where the conflict reaches its peak.

Makes readers mentally prepared for resolution of the conflict.

Is important to plot structure of a story.

Is used as a stylistic device or a figure of speech to render balance and brevity to speech or writing.

Being properly employed, it qualifies itself as a powerful tool that can instantly claim the undivided attention of the listeners and

readers alike.

Its importance cannot be underestimated.

HOMEWORK

Write down five examples of climax from books or movies you have seen.

Pass them in next class.