The complete predicate in this sentence is A. mopped his brow, exhaled sharply, and picked up his phone.
B and C aren't correct, because they aren't complete predicates - something is missing.
D isn't correct, because <em>looking up from his computer monitor </em>is not a predicate, it is an adverb phrase.
Answer:
The correct option is "The place was now almost deserted...". This portion foreshadows the symbolic loneliness of the music club.
Explanation:
The selected choice above contains the words "deserted" and "loneliness," which have nearly identical meanings.
When a location is devoid of people, it is said to be deserted.
When a location is empty or is not visited by people, it is said to be lonely.
According to the preceding viewpoint, both "deserted" and "loneliness" have identical meanings.
Therefore, the correct option is "The place was now almost deserted...". This portion foreshadows the symbolic loneliness of the music club.
Ok. for question #1:A.
question#4 (i think, idk):C
question #6:A
question #7:A
question#14:B
question#15:D
question#18:D
question#19:A
(btw I barely understood any of that, so please next time, clarify your question to make it easier to comprehend)
Throughout this passage, Wiglaf is presented as a model of loyalty. When all other warriors act like cowards, retreating to safety, Wiglaf decides to risk his life and stand by his old king in this last battle. He still doesn't act as Beowulf's equal, but he nevertheless offers him support, as his sworn warrior. Beowulf is indeed encouraged by this act and manages to kill the dragon while receiving a mortal wound himself.
