Identify the gerund phrase, the direct object of the verb hates. a) holly hates reading long novels. b) holly hates reading long novels. c) holly hates reading long novels. d) holly hates reading long novels. 15 points and brainiest!

This excerpt is an example of which kind of characterization? indirect characterization, because it is showing della’s pride in her long hair direct characterization, because it is describing della’s skill for decorating indirect characterization, because it is revealing della’s cultural heritage direct characterization, because it is describing della’s prized possessions

Whats the best lie you told and got away with?

Boss: oh no! that’s the phone again! secretary: blank boss: . a. shall i take it? b. will you answer it? c. can you do me a favor? d. may i hang it up?