Rather timidly, the small boy approaches the exceptionally tall man. Which word does the adverb "rather" modify?
a. timidly
b. small
c. approaches

Why is mme. loisel "full of anxiety" when she asks to borrow the necklace? a. she is humiliated at having to borrow the necklace. b. she dreads going to the reception. c. she lacks confidence in her beauty. d. mme. forester gives her too many pieces to choose from