Easy question

why is the spelling word "neighing" spelled ei?

a. it follows the rule that words that have the long /a/ sound are usually spelled ei.
b. it follows the rule that words that have the long /e/ sound are usually spelled ei.
c. it follows the rule of "i before e except after c."
d. it does not follow any of the spelling rules.

Which statement best describes the way this interaction affects the plot? nora and doctor rank have to find a way to hide their love for each other from helmer. doctor rank's admission of love prolongs the suspense because now nora cannot ask him for . nora and doctor rank have to keep the extent of his illness a secret from helmer later. now that doctor rank has expressed his love for nora, he can no longer come to the house.