Which of the following is an example of rising action?
A) in a comedy in which a rich twin and poor twin swap places, the first turning point where the pair exchanges identities
B) in a documentary, the opening voice-over narration explaining the movie's topic
C) in a horror film, the build toward the moment when the last survivor of a terrifying monster believes the possibility to escape is completely lost
D) in a musical, a rousing, "show-stopping" number that involves the entire cast
E) in a film noir, the introduction of the femme fatale who will come to dominate the protagonist's life

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Rising action refers to the events in a story that lead up to the climax or turning point. In a horror film, the build toward the moment when the last survivor of a terrifying monster believes the possibility to escape is completely lost is an example of rising action as it builds tension and suspense, leading up to the climax of the film.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Rising Action