What is the rising action for the jacket by Gary soto?

The climax of the story "Jacket" by Gary Soto is when the protagonist, a young boy, finally gains the courage to ask a girl out. He has been admiring her from afar and musters up the courage to speak to her. When he finally does, she agrees to go on a date with him. This is the climax of the story because it is the moment when the boy's goal is finally achieved.