Here's a breakdown of why this is the climax:
* Conflict: The story centers around the growing tension and arguments between Alunsina (the Earth goddess) and Tungkung Langit (the Sky god). Their constant fighting and lack of understanding creates a chaotic and unstable environment.
* Rising Action: The conflict escalates as their arguments turn violent, culminating in a physical fight.
* Climax: During their fight, Tungkung Langit throws a huge bolo (a type of machete) at Alunsina in a fit of rage. This act, driven by anger and misunderstanding, leads to a devastating separation:
* The bolo cuts the Earth in two, creating the sea.
* The force of the blow pushes the Earth and Sky apart, forever separating them.
* Falling Action: The separation brings about a sense of loss and despair. Alunsina weeps continuously, and her tears form rivers and oceans. Tungkung Langit is left alone and filled with remorse.
* Resolution: The story concludes with the Earth and Sky remaining forever separated, signifying the ongoing consequences of their conflict.
This separation is the climax because it marks the point of no return in the narrative. It is the result of the escalating conflict and has a profound impact on both characters and the world they inhabit. It is also the moment that sets up the final state of the world as we know it today.