Answer:
The fisherman’s determination to outwit the genii results in the climax.
The fisherman fears dying slowly and asks a question that results in rising action.
The fisherman makes a poorly worded demand, which results in exposition.
The fisherman’s anger at the situation leads him to be fearless, causing the climax.
Explanation:
I believe that the best answer for this question is "are." You are referring to two parties here, both the lion tamer and the clowns. This would mean that your applicable verbs must also be plural. Since "are" is the plural version of "is," it is the most suitable word to use in this situation. Hope this helps.
A is the answer because I read this book like 5 times
Maybe it could have been Massie?
Or possibly someone else that had been put in the dungeon before the duel.
it looks more like an opinion using imagination and i don't think theres a wrong answer