Select the correct answer. Which description is the best definition of the word symbol? A. a central idea explored in a story, such as a universal message about life B. an object or idea that has a literal as well as a figurative meaning C. the sequence of ideas that explain the solution to the conflict D. the point in a story where readers learn about the characters and setting

Which change should be made to improve this sentence? allen jumped in the puddle and his new shoes got wet and muddy.a)the new shoes got wet and muddy and allen jumps in the puddle.b)allen jumped in the puddle and got his new shoes wet and muddy.c)allen jumped in the puddle and gets his new shoes wet and muddy.d)the new shoes are getting wet and muddy and allen jumped in the puddle.