Read this sentence:
usually, the day of the parade is a lot of fun, but the rain and gray sky just made it dismal.

what does the word dismal suggest about this experience? (5 points)

the parade cannot continue.

the parade is not very interesting.

the day is quite gloomy.

the day is exhilarating.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.