Read the excerpt. After a strenuous climb, the hikers decided to make camp before reaching the summit because night was
approaching rapidly.

Which statement most accurately describes this
excerpt?
A. It contains one dependent clause and one
independent clause.
B. It contains one independent clause.
C. It contains one independent clause, one dependent clause, and a prepositional phrase.
D. It contains one independent clause and two dependent clauses.

The correct answer is C.

Explanation:

I just took the test on edge.

C. It contains one independent clause, one dependent clause, and a prepositional phrase.

i think the answer is b

pre-writing

why we feel good, or better, when we laugh?

is there a scientific explanation for this to happen?

which are the sources?

rough draft

laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings.

newport academy: endorphins reduce stress and strength social connections.

they combat anxiety and depression.

final draft

we know that when we laugh we feel better; when something is making us laugh it means we thought it was funny at some point, even if it was not meant that way. what we know is that it made us feel good. that is something we all can realize easily, but is it a chemical explanation for it to happen? of course there

according to joe bluett, laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings. also, he says that laughter can increase confidence, self-esteem, creativity, positivity and resilience, bringing positive changes to all aspects of our lives.

the newport academy says that, when we laugh, we release endorphins and that makes our body feel instantly relieved from tension and worry. endorphins also reduce stress and strength social connections.

therefor, laughter is the best to combat anxiety and depression.