Which description is an example of direct characterization?
a. the puppy shivered uncontrollably as he entered the veterinarian's office.
b. dana gazed lazily out the window as her chemistry teacher handed out the semester exam.
c. the actress waltzed onto the stage without even glancing at the thousand-member audience.
d. amir had a laugh that would bubble through the room, infecting those around him with giggles.

How might an author with the opposite attitude rephrase the following sentence? this historic building is a local treasure, with a distinctive exterior and many antiques and fascinating artwork on the inside. choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. it's a shame this old building hasn't been torn down yet: its ugly design makes it an eyesore, and it is full of rickety furniture and dusty paintings. this building was built over 100 years ago and features a design not seen on many other buildings of the era as well as a large collection of furniture and art. the old man running the antiques shop watched the kids with suspicion, worrying they would not handle his fragile merchandise with proper care. it is vital that we preserve the history of our town by taking care of buildings like this one, with its interesting design and outstanding collection of art and furniture.

Which adjective best describes the narrators father according to the narrator

Is the underlined word a predicate nominative or a predicate adjective? could that animal have been an alligator or a *crocodile*? a. predicate adjective b. predicate nominative crocodile is the underlined word.