The following question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. Part A
Read the following sentence from the passage.
He slowly opened an eye, cringing as though he were often disturbed by
rougher hands than mine, and gazed at me with hardly a trace of intelligence.
Which is the best definition for the word rougher as it is used in the passage?
A coarser
B. harsher
C. more difficult
D. more incomplete
Part B
Circe a word or phrase in the sentence that helped you determine the correct meaning
of rougher

Each pair of sentences can be combined to create one compound sentence. determine which choice best combines them. refinishing furniture is a creative hobby. not everyone loves to scour garage sales to find old items. going to flea markets can you to notice unique qualities in used items. beauty can be found where you least expect it. specialized equipment can make the refinishing process easier. painting the furniture can be creative with the right tools. some people like refinishing old furniture. others prefer buying new items.