What is typically found in the denouement of a narrative?

The denouement is the final part of a narrative where the complexities of the plot are resolved, and the story reaches its conclusion. This stage typically involves the resolution of the main conflict—tying up loose ends and providing clarity regarding the fates of the characters and the outcomes of the story’s events. The purpose of this section is to offer closure to the audience after the rising action and climax, allowing readers to reflect on the narrative's meaning and implications. This makes the resolution of the main conflict and the closure of the story central elements of the denouement.

Other options present aspects not characteristic of the denouement. The introduction of the primary conflict occurs much earlier in the narrative, while key themes are usually developed throughout the story rather than presented for the first time in the denouement. Characters embarking on a new adventure could occur in a sequel or a follow-up to the story but is not a typical feature of the story's final resolution.