Not sure who despereaux is? Harry potter yes
It would be A because he wrote the raven which has been used in schools for educational and college testing prep for years. hope that helps. :)
1. Temperatures RISE in the summer.
2. The fire REACHED the edge of the city.
3. It's BITTERLY cold outside.
4. He WARNED us to stay inside.
5. The hurricane HIT the coast. (I am like 99% sure on this one)
6. The STRONG winds caused problems. (Also like 99% sure)
7. Power LINES were on the ground.
8. The city took many years to RECOVER from the disaster.
C cause I just know it cause I got it right I am pretty sure yea