To avoid confusion from a misplaced modifier, a participial phrase should be placed
a. at the beginning of the sentence.
b. at the end of the sentence.
c. next to the noun it describes.
d. next to the verb it describes.

Motif in movies refers a. the opening credits b. shots of the beach c. the comments of movie reviewers d. a recurring pattern of images

Hich excerpt from "the cask of amontillado" best infers what will be fortunato's downfall? the gait of my friend was unsteady, and the bells upon his cap jingled as he strode he had a weak point --this fortunato --although in other regards he was a man to be respected and even feared. he prided himself on his connoisseurship in wine. "nitre," i replied. "how long have you had that cough? " "my friend, no; i will not impose upon your good nature. i perceive you have an engagement. luchresi--"

To protect consumers, the sec requires brokers and dealers to what? information about securities.