"A cloud crossed Chelsea's face" What does the author's use of figurative language mean in this excerpt ? A. Chelsea is shielding her eyes from the sun . B. Chelsea has become angry at her grandmother . C. Chelsea's negative emotions are showing in her expression . D Chelsea's face is in a shadow because a cloud has crossed the sun .

Which words in this excerpt from the count of monte cristo can be used as synonyms to determine the meaning of the word grotto? dant? s entered the second grotto. the second grotto was lower and more gloomy than the first; the air that could only enter by the newly formed opening had the mephitic smell dant? s was surprised not to find in the outer cavern. he waited in order to allow pure air to displace the foul atmosphere, and then went on. 1. air 2. opening 3. mephitic 4. cavern 5. pure 6. atmosphere