"by 1808, sir george daley had seen the importance of the lift when designing aircraft."
what term acts as the main verb in the verb phrase?
a. had
b. lift
c. designing
d. seen

Describe a theme that the author develops through these two excerpts. then analyze how the two excerpts interact and build on one another to develop this theme. be sure to use specific details from the text to support your ideas.

Mr. culpepper has disdain for his students and does not respect them. mr. culpepper is trying to create a supportive environment for his students. mr. culpepper does not know his students and does not try to know them. mr. culpepper wants to his students but does not know how to do it.

Which is easier to identify direct or indirect characterization? why