I would say D but that's just because I already know the definition of automation is the use of largely automatic equipment in a system of manufacturing or other production process.
Answer:
B. Compare and contrast because the passage is comparing and contrasting hail and sleet.
Hank hates Brian, Brian tries everything he can so that Hank will like him. Brian tries to help out and be nice to him.
I believe it means that children with special needs should be adapted into the enviroment so that we can help them feel normal.
Gold and silver would be correct i believe