12 angry men - questions

Read the exercept from robert stawell ball great astronmers,based on the context of the exerpct what does the word protacted most clearly means? a.seeming to be truthful b.weighing an excessive amount c.extending in a specific decision d.continuing for a long time e.being exceptional and talented

Imagination. experience. determination. trustworthiness.

Based on this excerpt, charlotte smith and reverend walsh