"it seems your central character has a really cool power: being able to hear what others are thinking,” tom said.
“actually, i think it was more of a jinx,” replied ben. “being able to hear what people are really thinking is one of those things you think would be great until you can do it.”

which stage of the short story’s plot is discussed in this passage?

a. rising action
b. setting
c. conflict
d. climax

The correct answer is option A. "Rising Action". In literature, Rising Actions are defined as all the background circumstances that create suspense and lead to the climax. In the excerpts shown in the question it can be noted that the central character can hear other's people thoughts but it is seen as a jinx. These are circumstances that lead to the climax of the story.

i think sylvia like her but she not trying to show it and i think rainbow will forgive her.

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