Which answer choice best explains how the underlined participle is used in this sentence?
the battered wall of the castle still stood after the battle.
it is used as a noun and serves as the subject of the sentence.
it is used as a verb to describe the main action of the sentence.
it is used as an adverb to describe the verb stood.
it is used as an adjective to describe the noun wall.

The following headline is simple: poll: transit tax supported 3 to 1 . its meaning can be changed in context by adding a subheading: poll: transit tax supported 3 to 1-- large leads have disappeared before now you try it. use the simple statement below or make up your own statement. add another statement so that the context changes the meaning of the first statement. what a great day!

Which is the best paraphrase of the text? the capability of a bicycle makes some people want to go very fast and others to go very slow. as long as you are careful, feel free to ride like the wind. when feeling brave on a bicycle you should ride fast, but when feeling afraid riding slow is wise. if you are unable to coast, it is pointless to even ride. if you’re going to ride a bicycle, you should throw caution to the wind and take over the road, swerving where you like and taking full advantage of your ride. it’s a real joy to be able to ride a bicycle, where you have the choice of going as fast or as slow as you like, using as much courage as you feel like using.

Indicate which statement best summarizes how john proctor feels toward the reverend parris based on his statenents of him in the crucible.