Question

Read the passage from "Veterans Appreciate Our Gratitude, But What They Need Most Is Our Help."

After the trumpet was sounded and the flag folded, a member of the honor guard knelt in front of my frail, aging mother, looked her directly in the eye and in a soft voice, thanked her--and my father--for his service.


Which best explains how word choice establishes tone?
Question 2 options:


The words frail, aging, and soft create a sense of weakness.


The words mother, honor, and service create a tone of patriotism.


The words trumpet, honor, and knelt create a tone of respect.


The words trumpet, honor, and guard create a tone of ferocity.

Answer 1

C.

The words trumpet, honor, and knelt create a tone of respect.

A trumpet is an instrument that usually makes people think of military funerals, honor is a clear sign of a respectful tone, and when someone kneels to you it is another sign of respect. These words all combine to show that the member of the honor guard was being very respectful to the mother.