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Answer:
A). As the United States grew into a fast-paced society,
Explanation:
The given sentence exemplifies a complex sentence as it consists of a dependent or subordinate clause followed an independent clause.<u> The dependent clause is characterized as the clause that cannot stand on its own and is dependent on the principal or independent clause to accomplish its meaning. Such clauses begin with a subordinating conjunction</u>. In the given sentence, the clause 'As...society,' is the dependent clause as it justifies the above definition(begins with subordinating conjunction 'as' and its dependency on main clause to complete its meaning). Therefore, <u>option A</u> is the correct answer.
Connotation Definition:
A feeling associated with a particular word; what the word implies or suggests.
- can be positive (+), negative (-), or neutral (n)
Example:
COOL has a positive connotation. It suggests someone or something is "neat, special, interesting, etc."
Denotation Definition:
The literal meaning of a word; definition found in the dictionary.
Example:
COOL (adj.) somewhat cold, lacking in warmth; not friendly or interested