The answer would be began because if a barricade fell down in the middle of a confrontation and there is something that has to do with a riot it would only make sense that a riot would happen which the answer would be began.
Answer:
I'd say complications. It wouldn't be cause because the said conflict is already a problem. A reaction has nothing to do with the problem getting worse itself. Resolutions are when the problem is resolved. I think it would be complications, because it's making the conflict worse than it already was.
Explanation:
His confidence is transformed by the crowd’s response.
Scotty is described as being a "quavering husk...just moments before." This shows his lack of confidence and anxiety about being on stage. Once the crowd's enthusiasm and excitement for his performance reached him, it is described as "lifting him off his stool...unleashing something strong, charismatic, and fierce." This change in his demeanor shows his confidence grow in response the crowd.
Since media res starts right in the middle of the action, it captures the reader’s attention immediately.