In this excerpt there is an opposition of two different points of view expressed in two words: <em>optimistic</em> and <em>doubtful</em>. Based on the antonym context clue, the reader can infer the meaning by contrasting these two words.
Thanks to this analysis, we may say that the word optimistic means hopeful, in opposition to <em>doubtful </em>or uncertain.
Answer:
his or her
Explanation:
<em>Everyone</em> is a singular indefinite pronoun so it should agree with a singular pronoun too.
<span>B."Well, I don't see the money," said his son, as he picked it up and placed it on the table, "and I bet I never shall."</span>
Add a period after technology. Then capitalize the I in it. I’m pretty sure that is it.
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