Although some believe that the Chinese first invented ice cream, Persia has also been credited with first serving frozen desserts. Select the meaning of the word credited as it is used in the sentence. a Awarded a medal b Given recognition c Honored publically d Identified as dishonorable

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.