Choose the answer that identifies the form of the verb in the sentence. the calves were standing close to their mothers. a. present participle. b. past participle. c. present . d. past

Read this passage: byron and mitch are co-captains of the mathletes, their high school's academic team. they are backstage with the five other team members, preparing to compete in the state math quiz. byron sits on the floor with his eyes closed and his earbuds in, listening to classical jazz, which him focus his mind and energy. suddenly, he feels a presence beside him. he opens his eyes to see mitch staring at him. "mathletes! mathletes! " mitch chants loudly. mitch gives byron a thumbs-up and then proceeds to strut around like a peacock, high-fiving the other team members, as byron shuts his eyes again and does his best to refocus his mind which statement best summarizes the passage?

What does this excerpt explain about this setting

50 points! and i really need your if you do this correctly i will give you a brainiest and i'll you. if you get it wrong on purpose i'll report you. good luck!