Question

adapted from the underdogs by mariano azuela
\tonight or tomorrow at the latest well meet the federals. what do you say, boys, shall we let them find their way about these trails?\ demetrio asked
the ragged crew jumped to their feet, uttering shrill cries of joy; then their jubilation turned angry again and they gave vent to threats, oaths and imprecations
\of course, we cant tell how strong they are,\ said demetrio as his glance traveled over their faces in scrutiny.
\do you remember medina? out there at hostotipaquillo, he only had a half a dozen men well he held back the soldiers, didnt he? and he defeated them, too.\
\were every bit as good as medinas crowd!\ said a tall, broad - shouldered man with a black beard and bushy eyebrows.
\viva demetrio macías,\ they all shouted.
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select the correct answer
how does the interaction between demetrio macías and his crew advance the plot?
a it develops the falling action
b it develops the rising action
c it describes the resolution
d it describes the turning point
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Explanation:

To determine how the interaction advances the plot, we analyze the plot structure:

• Option A: Falling action occurs after the climax, but the interaction here is building up to a conflict (meeting the Federals), so not falling action.
• Option B: Rising action involves events that build tension and lead toward the climax. Demetrio and his crew discuss meeting the Federals, recall Medina's success, and express confidence, which builds anticipation for the upcoming confrontation, developing the rising action.
• Option C: Resolution is the conclusion of the plot, but this interaction is leading up to an event, not resolving it.
• Option D: Turning point is the climax, and this scene is before the main conflict (meeting the Federals) occurs, so it's not the turning point.

Answer:

B. It develops the rising action