Which statement best explains how the phrase "poor orphan,
forlorn, without fortune" impacts the tone of the story?
A). It creates a smoldering tone so that the reader can
sense Mercédès' anger.
B). It creates a depressed tone so that the reader feels
sorry for Fernand.
C). It creates a desperate tone so that the reader
empathizes with Mercédès.
D). It creates a condescending tone so that the reader
becomes angry with Fernand.
