Iam leaving for england tomorrow change to future tenes

What is the best meaning for obscure in this line from the passage? a) ancient b) dark c) royal d) unknown

According to the police officer, the car accident could not have been avoided.

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.