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I tried to avert her attention from the television by asking her to help me with my homework.
Answer:
B. noun phrase.
Explanation:
a skyscraper is a thing. a noun is a person, place, or thing.
D. That is in perfect condition is misplaced; this sentence could be misread as if someone thinks that your grandmother is in perfect condition rather than the antique dresser.