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Arrange the following elements of a story in chronological order as they typically occur in the plot structure, from the earliest to the latest:
(A). Exposition
(B). Climax
(C). Rising Action
(D). Resolution
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Visualize the plot as a mountain. You start at the bottom (Exposition), climb up (Rising Action), reach the peak (Climax), descend the other side (Falling Action), and arrive at the base (Resolution).
Updated On: Feb 18, 2026
  • (A), (B), (C), (D).
  • (A), (C), (B), (D).
  • (B), (A), (D), (C).
  • (C), (B), (D), (A).
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation


Step 1: Concept Overview:
The question requires arranging the core elements of a standard narrative plot, following Freytag's Pyramid.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
The typical plot order is:
\begin{enumerate} \item (A) Exposition: The story's start, introducing characters, setting, and the main conflict.
\item (C) Rising Action: Builds suspense after the exposition with events and conflicts leading to the climax.
\item (B) Climax: The story's turning point with peak tension and drama.
\item (D) Resolution (or Dénouement): The story's conclusion, where conflicts are resolved. (Following the unlisted Falling Action).
\end{enumerate}The correct sequence is Exposition $\rightarrow$ Rising Action $\rightarrow$ Climax $\rightarrow$ Resolution.

Step 3: Solution:
The correct order is (A), (C), (B), (D), corresponding to option (B).

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