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Which of these phrases is an adjective phrase?a. in 1850
b. When Congress passed the Fugitive Slave Law
c. started a serial novel
d. about slavery

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Answer 1
Answer: The adjective phrase among the choices provided is (d.) about slavery. As the name suggests, adjective phrase functions as descriptive group of words which provide more information about the object it modifies. In this phrase, it tells us the topic about the material discussed.

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B.
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C.
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Answer:

B.

Explanation:

When we get to know a character by the description that the author provides, we are facing direct characterization.
I believe it is B, because the author is directly telling you about the character. If the author was dropping hints it would be indirect. Someone correct me if I’m wrong.

HELP What conclusion can be drawn about the old smith in "Honest Work"? A.
He helps save those who think his extreme carefulness is foolish.

B.
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C.
He does not care that others think his extreme carefulness is foolish.

D.
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"C. He does not care that others think his extreme carefulness is foolish" is the best option for what can be drawn about the old smith in "Honest Work". He is very much independent.

Which one of the following sentences contains an incorrect usage of the singular possessive? A. Mary was dominant among Jesus' disciples. B. The alpha male is often the pack's leader. C. Icarus's fate was sealed when he approached the sun. D. The north forty has always been my family's land.

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C. Icarus's fate was sealed when he approached the sun.

= Icarus'
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Answer:

C. Icarus's fate was sealed when he approached the sun.

Explanation:

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