Which plot element is the turning point in the conflict where the main character must make a decision or take action that determines the direction of the story?

answer: do

the 'italicized phrase' is a noun clause that is used as a direct object.

stating you point whats is aking you to write about?

the correct answer is d. in john paston's letter written friday, 14, 1476, he expresses his fear that he may have to go to war.

indeed, although the black death was ravaging europe, the pastons were relatively safe from it due to their social status as they were part of the landed gentry. it is clear that the vast majority of the victims of the pandemic were the poor. the reason why he is weary of having to go to war is because at the particular time england was also devastated by the war of the roses and paston, being a courtesan was inevitably involved.