Which line is an example of direct characterization?

bilbo was very rich and very peculiar, and had been the wonder of the shire for sixty years . .

and if that was not enough for fame, there was also his prolonged vigour to marvel at.

at ninety-nine they began to call him well-preserved; but unchanged would have been nearer the mark.

and it was popularly believed, whatever the old folk might say, that the hill at bag end was full of tunnels stuffed with treasure.

1getting out of bed is the first goal i tackle each day. 2several small goals are achieved by me as the day progresses. 3when i am riding the bus home or walking the dog, i think about the bigger goals i have for my life. which statement correctly describes the verb tense, aspect, and voice in this paragraph? a) sentences 1 and 2 contain present progressive verbs. sentence 3 contains both present progressive and simple present verbs. sentence 2 uses passive voice. b) sentences 1 and 2 contain simple present verbs. sentence 3 contains present progressive verbs. all three sentences use active voice. c) sentences 1 and 2 contain present progressive verbs. sentence 3 contains simple present verbs. all three sentences use active voice. d) sentences 1 and 2 contain simple present verbs. sentence 3 contains both present progressive and simple present verbs. sentence 2 uses passive voice.

Plz me (a) assignment how-to essay submit your essay, illustrated with at least one visual. review your how-to essay, and make sure you've met the following requirements: describe a process or procedure using specific information. describe each step clearly. use second-person point of view. include all materials and steps needed for the task. include a minimum of one visual that demonstrates or supports your procedure. use chronological order and transitions that lead readers through the sequence. use language and tone appropriate for the audience. use complete sentences and correct capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. use spell and grammar check functions before submitting your draft. ill get my own picture just right every ting down

Today’s readers have more scientific knowledge than readers of previous eras what effect does that have on their reading of science fiction stories