Can't change/resize any boxes in Pages '09

I am a new user to Pages and I used a template with about 8 pages. I've modified that template quite a bit, but suddenly when I try to change any text or image box size, it won't allow me to do so. I can change text, insert new photos, etc, but I can't resize any boxes. I was dragging the arrows previously to resize the boxes. Now the arrows show up but when I drag them the box doesn't respond at all. It seems like I've locked down the document somehow but I can't figure it out. Any ideas?

Hi ENoel
Welcome to the forum.
If they are locked they have little grey crosses on the corner.
+Menu > Arrange > Unlock+
If you have moved them to Master/Background Objects they have blue boxes on the corners.
+Menu > Arrange > Make Master/Background Objects Selectable+
If you have grouped them
+Menu > Arrange > Ungroup+
You may have done a combination of the above.
Also you may have covered them with another object.
Peter
btw A better description helps, such as which template etc.

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