Before Miriam writes a scene, she imagines herself interviewing her character and asking them about the goal they are hoping to accomplish in that scene. This strategy allows Miriam to figure out how her character would approach any situation. Miriam’s strategy is BEST described as an attempt to find out what about her characters? A.
their vocation
B.
their agenda
C.
their background
D.
their personality

Which passage from the story best shows the author's use of surprise to advance the story? a. i'd have gone up to the boss and told him just what i think, tell him everything i would, let him know just what i feel b. "oh, god", he thought, "what a strenuous career it is that i've chosen! travelling day in and day out." c. and he looked over at the alarm clock, ticking on the chest of drawers. "god in heaven! " he thought. it was half past six and the hands were quietly moving forwards, it was even later than half past, more like quarter to seven. d. one morning, when gregor samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. submit

What kind of word is the pronoun in bold letters? the car will be yours when you pay your last car payment.

Select the correct sentence. a. i feel well about starting my new classes this semester. b. despite her inexperience, helen did surprisingly well in the gymnastic competition. c. justin has a great sense of humor and can tell a joke really good. d. that tie looks well with your shirt.