Answer: “—as the / merciless gale [ripped] / the dying leaves from the branches even as / the trees [screamed] / in protest.”
Explanation: “Ripped” and “screamed” are human actions. In this case, they are given to inhuman subjects. I hope this helps.
I believe the correct answer is D. complexity of character.
A is incorrect because realist writers didn't believe in destiny; B is incorrect because not all realist novels have social trials; C is incorrect for the same reason - not all realist novels have tragic events. Therefore I would pick D, because complex characters reflect reality and what exists in our actual lives.
Answer: Because they're scared of showing weakness
Explanation: Now this one may seem a bit out og the ball park but when I was in school, people just always stuck with a certain crowd. Everytime they weren't with the rest, their weaknesses would show.
The correct answer is: ( C ) The person above was incorrect.