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For a space both men were silent, turning over in their minds the wonderful changes that this dramatic reconciliation would bring about. In the cold, gloomy forest, with the wind tearing in fitful gusts through the naked branches and whistling round the tree-trunks, they lay and waited for the help that would now bring release and succour to both parties. And each prayed a private prayer that his men might be the first to arrive, so that he might be the first to show honourable attention to the enemy that had become a friend.
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Analyze the author’s word choice in this paragraph. How would you describe its tone?

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Responses

angry
angry

relieved
relieved

sarcastic
sarcastic

whimsical

Answer 1

The author's word choice in the passage conveys a tone that is more aligned with "relieved." The use of phrases like "wonderful changes," "dramatic reconciliation," and "honourable attention to the enemy that had become a friend" suggests a positive shift in relationships and an optimistic outlook on the situation. The imagery of the cold, gloomy forest contrasts with the hopeful emotional undertones of the men's thoughts, indicating a sense of relief in the face of resolution and potential cooperation.