The answer is closely related to one another. This helps in the development of the story. They both shape each other and give life to the story as it progresses. The more developed the plot and the characters are, the more interesting the story becomes
I believe it is C. refuting a counterclaim.
The third sentence:
Ming and her sister, who is home from college for spring break, organized a bake sale to benefit the victims of the fire.
D. He tells the judge to ask for any reward and he shall have it.
