Question

which revision best replaces the telling sentence \the toddler was grumpy\ by showing it instead?
the toddler was really upset and didnt want to listen.
the toddler stomped his foot, let out a dramatic sigh, and flopped onto the floor.
the toddler had a bad attitude and wasnt in a good mood.
the toddler looked grumpy because he did not want to leave the playground yet.

Explanation:

To "show" instead of "tell" means using actions, details, or descriptions to convey a trait (like grumpiness) rather than directly stating it. The first, third, and fourth options still tell (e.g., "upset", "bad attitude", "looked grumpy") or add explanation. The second option uses actions (stomped foot, sighed, flopped) to show grumpiness without stating it directly.

Answer:

B. The toddler stomped his foot, let out a dramatic sigh, and flopped onto the floor.