If those are the answers, powerful and threatening would best fit. If not, I must be misinterpreting.
The answer is B. It is the most detailed summary of the excerpt.
Which statement BEST contrasts the differing tones at the conclusion of each passage?
A.
The tone of Main Street is indifferent, whereas the tone of A Hazard of New Fortunes is gloomy.
B.
The tone of Main Street is contemplative, whereas the tone of A Hazard of New Fortunes is tense.
C.
The tone of Main Street is whimsical, whereas the tone of A Hazard of New Fortunes is solemn.
D.
The tone of Main Street is jovial, whereas the tone of A Hazard of New Fortunes is irritable.
Answer:
convincing
effective
impressive
Explanation:
You could always just look up synonyms.
extending or going across a continent a transcontinental railroad
