Is the main verb an action verb or a state-of-being verb? england became the next country to try its hand at the game. an action verb a state-of-being verb

What is the effect of narrator's word choice on the tone of this passage? the words "my heart shrank within itself" create a fearful tone. the words "better-omened" set a hopeful tone. the words "wounded his fellow" develop a remorseful tone. the words "struck harsh upon my ears" suggest an irritated tone.