Question: The bolder and more astute among them sought to prove that peace had been effected by following their counsels.
The cowardly and shy ones would not say a word about how peace had come about.

Answer: it is not possible to tell

Question: um i know a few months ago i i would feel that i had to explain to them that i'm on the other line or i'm in the middle and it's i've just come to a realization that i don't have to explain to this stranger what i'm doing it and give excuses that's it's okay just to say i'm not interested and go ahead and hang up but i i don't know i don't think most people are secure enough to probably answer
I don't have the heart to tell them no, so listen to their sales pitch.

Answer: no

Question: Suddenly Tommy halted.
Tommy was surprised, so he paused.

Answer:
it is not possible to tell