Question

guided practice writers choose words and details to express a tone that will help them achieve their purpose. consider the tone as you read this passage. from my bondage and my freedom by frederick douglass the mistress of the house was a model of affection and tenderness. her fervent piety and watchful uprightness made it impossible to see her without thinking and feeling—\that woman is christian.\ there was no sorrow nor suffering for which she had not a tear, and there was no innocent joy for which she did not have a smile. what adjective best describes douglass’s tone as he describes mrs. auld? a. humble b. respectful c. angry d. indignant

Explanation:

Douglass uses positive, admiring language like "model of affection and tenderness," "fervent piety," and "watchful uprightness" to describe Mrs. Auld, which reflects a respectful tone toward her.

Answer:

B. respectful