We were trying to hurry through the grocery store, but my brother Sam was a snail. What does the underlined phrase tell readers about Sam?
01. He was acting tired.
2. He was being quiet.
3. He was moving slowly.
4. He was going in one direction.

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Explanation: Snails are slow, and that is a metapho. It means he is slow.

i do not know what the passage is but i can give some examples

1. repetitive phrases may be used to create a emphasizing tone

2. pauses in sentences are used to create a dramatic effect but can also be suspenseful

3. using lots of exclamation marks and loud speech such as words in all caps can be creating a excited or possibly angry tone.

4. using lots of questioning phrases my mean that they are in suspicion of something.

5. using lots of questionable statements or questions can imply of a sneeky or sly tone.

faith or loyalty when pledged in a solemn agreement or undertaking.