Question

read this excerpt from part 5 of zeitoun.

progress is being made. its so slow sometimes, so terribly so sometimes, but progress is being made. we have removed the rot, we are strengthening the foundations. there is much work to do, and we all know what needs to be done. we can only do the work, he tells kathy, and his children, and his crew, his friends, anyone he sees. so let us get up early and stay late, and, brick by brick and block by block, let us get that work done.

which word best describes the tone of this excerpt?

sentimental
optimistic
supportive
demanding

Explanation:

The excerpt repeatedly emphasizes that progress, though slow, is occurring, and calls for persistent, collaborative work to complete tasks. This focus on forward momentum and confidence in eventual success aligns with an optimistic tone. "Sentimental" implies emotional nostalgia, which is absent; "supportive" would center on comforting others, which is not the core; "demanding" would involve harsh pressure, which is not present here.

Answer:

optimistic