Question

8.
PART A: Which of the following best describes the tone of the speech?
A.
The tone is best described as disparaging, as President Obama laments the
current state of the union.
B.
The tone is best described as hopeful, as President Obama recalls the successes
made in the U.S. as it recovers and how it will further prosper in the future.
C.
The tone is best described as scolding, as President Obama admonishes the
Republicans and Democrats for not working together.
D.
The tone is best described as extremely serious, as President Obama fears for
the safety of the union.

Answer 1

Answer:

B.

The tone is best described as hopeful, as President Obama recalls the successes

made in the U.S. as it recovers and how it will further prosper in the future.

Explanation:

From President Obama's State Of Union address, the tone of his speech is best described as hopeful as he recounts the various successes the US has made and how it will recover from some unpleasant situations such as gun related deaths, etc and how he hopes for further prosperity in the future.