The first option is indirect characterization.
Answer:
1. B) years, and still be surprised
2. B) weary
3. D) shore, and
4. C) boating is a popular leisure activity in this are
5. B) or without a crew
6. D) and the marine life in the bay
ANSWER is option D.
Because if you think about it, the Atlantic is a vast distance, but a puddle really isnt. So comparing such a large distance (the Atlantic) to such a small one (puddle) is understatement.
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