Which is the correct verb form for this sentence?

there several boats that travel from here to the barrier islands.

a.
is

b.
are

c.
was

Which most accurately analyzes this section? the author's structural choices foreshadow continued violent outbursts. the author's structural choices in this section create tension and urgency. the author's structural choices in this section provide the tale's conclusion d) the author's structural choices in this section create a sense of loving affection.