I'm very sorry to hear that this is happening to you. Just keep your head up high. You should probably talk to your teacher. Keep you head up and stay strong.
The answer would be: <em>They are the foolish ones.</em>
since the old smith is patient and exacting, not foolish at all + he does not care that others think his extreme carefulness is foolish.
Hope this answer helps you!
Answer:
1.a. the books are brought by the students
2b. the ball is played by the boys
3.b. the flowers are picked by the girl
