What Does It Mean When the Stakes Rise in a Movie

question 1

Multiple Choice

What does it mean when the stakes rise in a movie?

• A) that the movie becomes more profound and complex
• B) that the movie provokes its audience to accept controversial political doctrines
• C) that as the movie progresses the protagonist confronts greater risks
• D) that as the movie progresses the protagonist becomes more significant
• E) that as the movie progresses the antagonist gains in strength over the protagonist

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