3. What does the author mean by the simile “time slipped forward like flowing water":

boldness and strongness. don't let others bully you, stand up for yourself

explanation:

i think it may be b, i'm not exactly too sure on this. but b seems to make more sense.

answer: inference

explanation:

an inference can be understood as a conclusion to which a person is able to get based on reasoning. it is the same as a deduction, a guess, an assumption.   in the sentence presented, the conjunction "but" gives the readers an idea of contrast, and, therefore, allows them to induce that despite the opponent's characteristics, andrea had something different that made her win.

that’s a nice boss :