Read the passage. All of a sudden, the pilot saw a break in the clouds. This was his chance to fly out of the storm. He leaned f
orward on the throttle, and the plane surged forward. During which stage of plot would you expect to read this passage? conflict resolution climax rising action
The climax is illustrated as a decisive moment or turning point in the plot of the narrative that creates the height of tension and drama in the story which helps to keep the interest of the readers intact.
As per the given question, the passage exemplifies climax as the description 'break in clouds' and 'fly out of the storm' creates tension along with drama in the plot that leaves the readers uncertain that what would happen next and also prepare them for the upcoming resolution. Thus, <u>option C</u> 'climax' is the correct answer.