D. simple and conversational
Answer:
He is looking for his wife.
Explanation:
The men tell him they have not seen her and he begins asking about Slim instead, eventually leaving the bunkhouse to look for him.
He is suspicious that something might be going on between Slim and his wife and he does not trust her, since she tends to flirt with the other workers. He is insecure.
Both girls were ecstatic to hear they won the competition.
Is an example of a compound noun
They can protect you when an intruder breaks in your house
