2. What synonym could the writer use in place of useless to convey a tone of hopelessness?

A. Needless
B. Flawless
C. Pointless
D. Shameless
3. In the first sentence, the author refers to the door as “discreet.” What can you determine from this description?
A. The door is quiet.
B. The door is gaudy.
C. The door is creaky.
D. The door is oversized.