which plot element is the turning point in the conflict where the main character must make a decision or take action that determines the direction of the story?
Climax: The turning point in the conflict. Tension builds until the main character must make a decision or take action that determines the direction of the story. Falling Action: The events that occur after the main character makes the key decision in the story. Resolution: The resolution is where all the questions are answered and loose ends are tied, providing a clear ending. A plot diagram illustrates where these elements fall in a narrative.