1) Exposition – “I’d like to inquire about a lot,” the old man said, the effort of decision evident in his voice.

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2) Rising action – “they entered a black limousine and drove slowly through the cemetery.”

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3) Rising action – “‘that’s Carrara marble’, Mr. Jerome informed him. ‘This is Vermont’… Carefully circling a slightly raised mound

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4) Rising action – “covered with a tangle of unruly vines and underbrush, it was obviously an afterthought”

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5) Climax – “As a cortège neared Willow Walk, Mr. Jerome could see the man in the distance, parting the bushes and disappearing from view.”

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6) Falling action – “I’m not soliciting business. The bees are just going about their normal pursuits. Besides, Rose Haven Nectar brings a special price.”

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7) Falling action – “Mr Jerome, I have done you a great service, your flowers have never been so magnificent and plentiful.

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8) Denouement – “Mr. Jerome, I have reached an important decision: I should like to buy another lot.”

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