'with the spots' - is an adjective phrase because it determine the noun puppy with wich it grant.
1) b and a - A sparse crowd is one that is small and scattered.
2) c and b - To petrify someone is to terrify that person.
3) a and b - An intense pain is one that lasts for a long time.
4) a and b - A prone figure is one that is lying face down.
Answer:
R and J's intensity and reckless abandonment over "love" has triggered many of the complicating events. The death of Mercutio and Tybalt plus Romeo's banishment are results of R and J's lack of foresight.
<u><em>Answer:</em></u>
Tell the reader what the writer will discuss in the essay -D)
