The answer is hyperactive.
The word hyperactive refers to extremely active or abnormally active. Hyperactive is the adjective form of hyperaction. Hyperactively is the adverb form. The work inactive refers to being not engaged or not working while the word reactive refers to the acting in response to a situation.
1. The adverb that modifies the verb is c) ever. Without it, it wouldn't be completely clear as to which time frame the speaker refers to. It may have been for example the last year, or in some other particular moment.
2. The adverb that modifies the verb is b) always. It adds to the sense of urgency of wearing a life jacket when rafting. Without it, the meaning of this sentence wouldn't be so precise.
When you hear about a lottery, you think about the chance to win something good (like money, trips, etc). In the story, the lottery ends up being something you definitely would not want to win. The less chance you have to “win”, the better.
Your answer is Rising action.
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To be or make an individual character