Answer:

According to blank slate theory, the mind is completely blank at birth. From there, education, environment, and experiences – which are external, as well as material and/or immaterial – shape the child's process of development. This leaves a lasting effect on who they become.
<span>b.)moving through the darkness</span>
C becuase c and d would make sense becuase d
Answer:
The predicate nominative in the sentence provided is: My favorite place or favorite place
Explanation:
Predicate nominatives renames the subject, much like how in the sentence you are renaming your 'local video store' as your 'favorite place'
"The local video store is my favorite place"
The local video store = my favorite place
Another example would be:
"She was a monster"
By renaming 'she" as a 'monster'
She = Monster