Yes it is always less than both factors.
If this is a true/false question, then yes, alienation is definitely a major theme in Modernist literature. They felt like they didn't belong in the society, they were strangers, or aliens, therefore that was an important theme implemented in their literature.
The Redness of the Blood.
The Darkest of Days.
The Bloody Death?
(IDK I ran out of ideas after darkest of days)
B. Powdered
It has powdered mineral and powdered color and that mineral is know as it’s streak.
I believe that the best answer for this question is "are." You are referring to two parties here, both the lion tamer and the clowns. This would mean that your applicable verbs must also be plural. Since "are" is the plural version of "is," it is the most suitable word to use in this situation. Hope this helps.
