Miles of endless brilliant blue water surrounded the island. a lone palm tree stood contentedly near the water's edge, its palms waving nonchalantly in the breeze. the only sound was the call of a single gull dancing on the wind just above the rhythmic waves lapping the shore. what behavior would be most appropriate for a character in this setting? a. optimistic exploration b. exhilarated dancing c. contemplative thinking d. nervous pacing

Read the following excerpt from the play a raisin in the sun by lorraine hansberry: johnson (this usa woman who decided long ago to be enthusiastic about everything in life and she is inclined to wave her wrist vigorously at the heigh of her exclamatory comments.): hello there, yourself! h’you this evening, ruth? which assumption about johnson is most likely true based on the stage direction? a. her enthusiasm is used to mask her fear of public places