Which is not a characteristic of a compound sentence?

a. it is made of two or more independent clauses.

b. it is made of two or more simple sentences.

c. it usually contains a comma and a coordinating conjunction.

d. it has one subject and one verb.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.