Question

LINDNER (taking off his glasses): Well—I don't suppose that you feel . . . WALTER: Never mind how I feel—you got any more to say 'bout how people ought to sit down and talk to each other? . . . Get out of my house, man. He turns his back and walks to the door. LINDNER (looking around at the hostile faces and reaching and assembling his hat and briefcase): Well—I don't understand why you people are reacting this way. What do you think you are going to gain by moving into a neighborhood where you just aren't wanted and where some elements—well—people can get awful worked up when they feel that their whole way of life and everything they've ever worked for is threatened. –A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry
Which statement best describes Walter’s tone in this passage?
A. Walter’s tone is displeased and firm.
B. Walter’s tone is sarcastic and mocking.
C. Walter’s tone is sorrowful and apologetic.
D. Walter’s tone is understanding and calm.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Walter's tone is displeased and firm.

Explanation:

"Never mind how I feel—you got any more to say 'bout how people ought to sit down and talk to each other? . . . Get out of my house, man."

This is a sign of displeasure. He is firm when he says "Get out of my house, man."