Read the sentence.

the lineman grabbed the quarterback’s helmet, which was a _[blank]_ violation of the rules intended to protect players. all the referees immediately threw their penalty flags.

which option best completes the sentence to convey the idea that the lineman’s action was extreme?

conspicuous

flagrant

clear

definite

o

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.