<span>The Chrysanthemums” is an understated but pointed critique of a society that has no place for intelligent women. Elisa is smart, energetic, attractive, and ambitious, but all these attributes go to waste.
Although the two key men in the story are less interesting and talented than she, their lives are far more fulfilling and busy.
Henry is not as intelligent as Elisa, but it is he who runs the ranch, supports himself and his wife, and makes business deals.</span>
subordinate or dependent clause
C. Out flew her drivers license proving her to be 28 years old
Answer:
I think it's A, it seems more complete
Answer: From my understanding of a gerund phrase, I assume answer A. Learning a new language is correct.