Read the passage from “Initiation.”

For tonight was the grand finale, the trial by fire. There really was no doubt now that she would get in. She could not think of anyone who had ever been invited into the high school sorority and failed to get through initiation time. But even so, her case would be quite different. She would see to that.

The author includes this excerpt in the falling action to

show the protagonist's determination and confidence before the final event of initiation.

Read the passage from “Initiation.”

For tonight was the grand finale, the trial by fire. There really was no doubt now that she would get in. She could not think of anyone who had ever been invited into the high school sorority and failed to get through initiation time. But even so, her case would be quite different. She would see to that.

The author includes this excerpt in the falling action to

clarify the resolution.
contrast with the resolution.
make the reader question the resolution.
make the reader satisfied with the resolution.

make the reader question the resolution.

highlight the protagonist's determination and confidence in successfully completing the initiation process. It sets the stage for the final challenge or test that the protagonist will face, indicating that she is prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure her success. This builds suspense and anticipation leading up to the climax of the story.