Which sentence from "as good as gold" is the best example of direct characterization?

Which excerpt from "hills like white elephants" provides the most details about the main characters' lives outside the railway station? click here to read an excerpt.

What inference about haida families can be brawn from the actions foc the sky chief

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.