<span>In this sentence, the words "to sleep" are an D. infinitive phrase. This is because the words start with an infinitive to sleep, which takes the form of to + verb. It isn't an adjective, but a verb, so it cannot be a predicate adjective. It is a direct object, not an indirect one. It isn't a prepositional phrase, because it doesn't start with a preposition.</span>
Answer:
The success of the book pleased both the publisher and the authors.
Papa did not finish law school and worked many odd jobs. A few years before Jeanne was born he started farming near Watsonville, California. During the Great Depression he moved to Inglewood, but he then turned to fishing in Santa Monica, where he acquired two boats, a house, and a Studebaker.
Answer:
A. Speakers are able to support their assertions with facts.
Explanation:
In a collaborative discussion, it is important that one makes his points that are backed by some research. This is a very effective strategy that enhances the credibility of the speaker.
The party that has the most points backed by facts and figures wins because only facts can break facts, opinions cannot.
Therefore the correct answer is option <u><em>A. Speakers are able to support their assertions with facts.</em></u>
