The three basic elements of plot in narrative writing are: a. exposition, conflict, and conclusion. b. conflict, falling action, and conclusion. c. conflict, rising action, and climax. d. claims, evidence, and counterclaims.

The best option is: "C. conflict, rising action, and climax".

Explanation:

Letter A is not possible because "exposition" and "conclusion" are not narrative marks for the plot of the story. Letter B is also not possible for "conclusion" is not a narrative mark for the plot, although the falling action may be. Letter D is not possible at all, because "claims", "evidence", and "counterclaims" are not part of the plot, they are part of other parts of the story, such as the introduction or the context development. Letter C is the best asnswer because each characteristic is really emphasizing steps which are part of plot building and narrative marks.

- a.) the man dies after he is unable to keep a fire lit.

the answer is a.

explanation:

the clause "looking toward the south" modifies "a funnel cloud." it's not really the cloud that's "looking," but grammatically, that clause is modifying the cloud.