What do u mean by studies?

All of the following contribute to effective communication in groups excepta.)critical thinking.b.)understanding of subject matter.c.)individualism.d.)interpersonal communication skills.

Analyze how jackson uses elements of a story to develop her message. for example, how does she create both certainty about charles' character and uncertainty in her audience about charles' identity? should laurie's parents have realized the truth earlier? how does jackson foreshadow the ending for her audience, while allowing for a surprise for laurie's parents? what is jackson's message about children and parents?

Which sentence uses the verbs correctly?