Climax Flashcards

The most intense, exciting, or important point in a narrative, often marking a turning point.

To create tension, engage the reader, and provide resolution or a shift in the narrative.

The climax is often positioned near the end of a text, following the rising action and preceding the resolution.

Look for the moment of highest tension or conflict where the main issue reaches its peak.

The perspective used can influence how the climax is experienced, e.g., first-person may make it more personal.

The tone often shifts during the climax to reflect heightened emotions or drama.

Writers may use vivid imagery, short sentences, or rhetorical devices to emphasise the climax.

The climax is designed to evoke strong emotions or reactions from the reader, such as shock or relief.

Consider how effectively the climax resolves the conflict and whether it aligns with the text's themes.

Paragraphs may become shorter or more fragmented to reflect urgency and intensity during the climax.