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What is the impact of the underlined words on the sentence’s meaning and tone:

“The rest is in your hands, Matt.” The teacher said while scolding Matt to study well, so that he’d pass.

Group of answer choices

The teacher is showing sincerity to having Matt pass.

The teacher is very sad about Matt possibly failing.

The teacher is being strict with Matt.

The teacher is indifferent to whether Matt passes or fails.

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The teacher is being strict with Matt.

Explanation: “The rest is in your hands, Matt” shifts responsibility onto Matt and, together with “scolding,” creates a firm, admonishing tone — the teacher is holding him accountable rather than expressing sadness, indifference, or mere sincerity.