"We are probably at the bottom of a coal mine," the Earthworm said gloomily. "We certainly went down and down and down very suddenly at the last moment. I felt it in my stomach." Using context clues, what can you infer the word "gloomily" means, here?

Which techniques best describe the tone the author is using in this passage? o a. confusion and curiosity o b. jokes and humor o c. sarcasm and mockery o d. sadness and regret

How can you avoid the problem of groupthink? a. by choosing a group leader to direct the group b. by composing the team of only like-minded individuals c. by encouraging all members to voice their opinions d. by keeping quiet when you disagree with another group member's opinion

Select the sentence using an appositive to further explain the subject. the water is cold, but the sand is warm. mr. miller, the dean of the school, makes you feel very humble running in the relay, bob tripped and fell.