Which best identifies and explains the function of the word taking as it is used in this sentence? patricia always enjoys taking selfies at the swim meets. a) in the selected sentence, the word taking is a gerund, and the gerund phrase functions as the subject. b) in the selected sentence, the word taking is a gerund, and the gerund phrase functions as a direct object. c) in the selected sentence, the word taking is a gerund, and the gerund phrase functions as a subject complement. d) in the selected sentence, the word taking is a gerund, and the gerund phrase functions as the object of the preposition.

Deceive the tone of “miss rosie” and how it changed the poem progresses. how does the figurative language contribute to the poems tone? provide two specific details from the poem, either quotes or paraphrased, to support you response

What is the tone of this passage from andrew jackson's message to congress? "the consequences of a speedy removal will be important to the united states, to individual states, and to the indians themselves. the pecuniary advantages which it promises to the government are the least of its recommendations. it puts an end to all possible danger of collision between the authorities of the general and state governments on account of the indians." andrew jackson, annual message to congress on december 6, 1830" a. ashamed and apologetic b. intelligent and professional c. bitter and jealous d. entertaining and humorous

How can behavioral science be applied in improving public health? a.by tracking a disease to determine its sourceb.by creating promotions that improve health habitscboth by tracking a disease to determine its source and by creating promotions that improve health habitsd.neither by tracking a disease to determine its source or by creating promotions that improve health habits