Question

question 9 of 10
read this excerpt from the grapes of wrath:

no man had touched the seed, or lusted for the growth.
men ate what they had not raised, had no connection with
the bread. the land bore under iron, and under iron
gradually died; for it was not loved or hated, it had no
prayers or curses.

which word best describes the tone of this excerpt?

a. detached

b. curious

c. sympathetic

d. frustrated

Explanation:

The excerpt presents observations about the land and human disconnection from it in a calm, unemotional, objective manner. It does not show curiosity, sympathy, or frustration, but rather a removed, impartial tone.

Answer:

A. Detached