Which word does the participle modify?

floating buoys dotted the water in the harbor.

a.
buoys

b.
water

c.
dotted

d.
harbor

Is expression of words or ideas opposed to what is literally meant or expected called.

Kafka originally referred to gregor's parents as “the mother” and “the father”. however, the translator refers to them as “his mother” and “his father”. why might the translator use “his” instead of “the”? a. the word “his” makes the story smoother to read in english. b. the word “his” allows gregor’s parents to become more central characters. c. the word “his” makes gregor’s parents sound less loving. d. the word “his” creates a more negative tone.

In which sentence is the subjunctive mood correctly used? if she were impatient, she would not be suited for this work. they are ready to go to work now. she was impatient to get to work on time. he listens to instructions very carefully when at work.