Question

Read the paragraph.

Casper’s heart sank as the sun began to set. But, just then, he heard a small scuffling noise. Could it be Macy? After many hours searching for the family’s terrier puppy, his hope was almost gone.

There it was again. The same scuffling sound coming from behind an old fence. His feet took flight, and his blood pounded in his ears. "Macy!” he cried. "Where are you?”

This paragraph is an example of

exposition.
rising action.
climax.
falling action.

Answer 1

Answer:

exposition. .,...........

Answer 2

I think the most appropriate option is

Rising action