Question

which excerpt from \amigo brothers\ is part of the story’s falling action?
the fight had created great interest in the neighborhood. antonio and felix were well liked and respected. each had his own loyal following.
as the two climbed into the ring, the crowd exploded with a roar. antonio and felix both bowed gracefully and then raised their arms in acknowledgement.
the fear soon gave way to wave upon wave of cheering as the two amigos embraced.
the announcer turned to point to the winner and found himself alone. arm in arm the champions had already left the ring.

Explanation:

To determine the falling action, we analyze the plot structure. Falling action occurs after the climax, showing the aftermath.

• The first option describes the build - up (exposition/rising action) of interest in the fight.
• The second option is part of the rising action as it shows the start of the fight.
• The third option could be part of the climax or just after, but the fourth option shows the aftermath of the fight (the announcer looking for the winner while the two have already left arm - in - arm), which is characteristic of falling action.

Answer:

D. The announcer turned to point to the winner and found himself alone. Arm in arm the champions had already left the ring.