The bone, broken in two places, healed slowly. Which of the following best describes the underlined phrase?

nonessential past participial phrase

essential past participial phrase

essential present participial phrase

nonessential present participial phrase

Which statement is the best summary of the theme in this passage? people almost always disappoint their family members. working hard and being honest leads to long-lasting rewards. showing strength in a crisis makes problems easier to overcome. unintentional betrayal can lead to severe consequences

Messalla frowns at the wide circular cover, for a moment returning to his own fussy world.

On what evidence did you base your predictions? check the four boxes that apply. there is a rope around his neck. he is in alabama. his hands are tied behind his back. he is standing high above a river. the bridge is for railroads. some crimes are punished by hanging.