Subsequent is a time later or more recent than.
A participle is a word formed from a verb.
Like going, gone, being, or been.
It can also be an adjective like working woman, burned toast. (A verb being used as an adjective).
A: The explorers were discovering gold in California hope that helped :)
I think D; Loyal to his people and their cause.
Answer: C is a good hook for a personal essay.
Explanation: It uses first person, has great adjective usage, and allows readers to wonder what happens next.