Question

Choose the correct option to answer the following questions:
(b) The phrase 'at a snail's pace' means

• A. very intelligent
• B. very alert
• C. very slowly
• D. very fast

Hint:

Remember that idiomatic expressions often convey meanings that are different from their literal sense.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Meaning of the phrase.
The phrase "at a snail's pace" refers to moving or happening very slowly, just like how a snail moves at a slow speed.

Step 2: Analysis of the options.
\begin{itemize} \item Very intelligent refers to someone with high intellect. \item Very alert refers to someone who is keenly aware of their surroundings. \item Very slowly refers to a slow movement, which matches the phrase "at a snail's pace." \item Very fast refers to quick movement, which is the opposite of the phrase. \end{itemize}

Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct answer is (C) very slowly.

Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{Very slowly is the correct answer.}} \]