ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -The climax is considered the turning point of the story. It is usually the moment that the rising action has built up to and is the most intense / emotional point. The main character will often change in some way at this point in the plot and the focus switches from the problem to the solution.

Detailed explanation-2: -What Is the Climax of a Story? In literary terms, the definition of climax is the highest point of tension in a storyline, often depicted by a confrontation between the protagonist and antagonist. A climax resolves the main conflict of the story and is the moment the main character reaches-or fails to reach-their goal.

Detailed explanation-3: -What is Climax? Climax is the highest point of tension or drama in a narratives’ plot. Often, climax is also when the main problem of the story is faced and solved by the main character or protagonist.

Detailed explanation-4: -The CLIMAX of the story is when the CONFLICT of the PLOT is resolved.It is often the most exciting part of the story: when the hero saves the princess, discovers the buried treasure, or slays the dragon. Imagine when you read a story that you are climbing up a mountainside.