Question
Why does the author repeat the phrase "the glue has to be there when you need it"?
To emphasize the moment when Tom's warning ultimately compels Liz to keep the snow globe
To reinforce the idea that Liz thinks Tom should accept responsibility for his unhappiness
To remind readers of Liz's earlier conversation with Tom and reveal that she is still angry
To convince readers that Liz was correct in thinking that Tom posed a threat to her family
To emphasize the moment when Tom's warning ultimately compels Liz to keep the snow globe
To reinforce the idea that Liz thinks Tom should accept responsibility for his unhappiness
To remind readers of Liz's earlier conversation with Tom and reveal that she is still angry
To convince readers that Liz was correct in thinking that Tom posed a threat to her family
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The repetition of the phrase "the glue has to be there when you need it" serves to emphasize the moment when Tom's warning ultimately compels Liz to keep the snow globe. This phrase likely represents the significance of a reliable support system or connection that one can depend on during critical times, mirroring Liz's internal conflict and decision-making process regarding Tom and the snow globe.