The most important element of a writer’s unique style is to

develop grammar usage skills
communicate effectively with the intended audience
read as many books as possible
pay careful attention to others

This device blocks an opening along the base/floor of stairs or other walking or working surfaces where materials or body parts might otherwise inadvertently fall through. it should be 4 inches high, with not more than ¼ inch clearance above the floor

Peter is creative and excels with visual presentation he enjoys working in small groups and in an active environment which jobs would match his personality

Based on the context of each quote from incidents in the life of a slave girl by harriet ann jacobs, find the word that most closely matches thedenotation of the bolded word