Which sentence uses the simple past form of the verb listen?
a.
everyone listens carefully for the names of the winners.
b.
everyone listened carefully for the names of the winners.
c.
everyone was listening carefully for the names of the winners.
d.
everyone had listened carefully for the names of the winners.

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.