Question

Read this passage from Andrew Jackson's message to Congress "On Indian Removal":It gives me pleasure to announce to Congress that the benevolent policy of the Government, steadily pursued for nearly thirty years, in relation to the removal of the Indians beyond the white settlements is approaching to a happy consummation. Two important tribes have accepted the provision made for their removal at the last session of Congress, and it is believed that their example will induce the remaining tribes also to seek the same obvious advantages.Which word best describes the tone this passage conveys? A.Insecure B.Confident C.Aggressive D.Remorseful

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. Confident

Explanation:

The tone refers to the position and attitude of the author regarding the subject of the text or speech. This tone can be identified by analyzing the language used. In the case of the passage from Andrew Jackson the use of language such as "It gives me pleasure to announce", "is approaching to a happy consummation" or "the same obvious advantages" show Jackson has knowledge about the Indian Removal and also, he feels quite convince or confident about this process as he affirms the Government policy is working as two tribes accept it and more tribes will. Thus, the tone this passage conveys is confident.