Instruction
Read Toni Morrison's "Recitatif" (pp. 212 - 230) and answer the discussion questions.
What, in your judgment, is the climax of Toni Morrison's "Recitatif?" To answer this question effectively you will want to consider the key concepts about plot that our book discusses (I have attached a pdf of the book pages describing plot). What, for instance, is the most important conflict in the story? and why is the moment you identify as the climax the turning point for this conflict? Is there something about the pace of this particular episode that helps to focus your attention? Before settling on your answer, be sure that you do not confuse the climax or turning point with the resolution of the story. A good answer will be one you can support by applying concepts about plot to your analysis by citing specific textual evidence to support your anwer.