I believe it's the answer is A
The claim is usually defined as your belief, like what you think it is. Example: I believe that all spiders are bad, but on the other hand... something like this i think. I hope this helps you.
Answer: Wishing ill on others
Explanation: Malevolent means, having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
There is no underlined word.
Sally is a Direct Object
Best is a predicate adjective
Is is a predicate nominative