Read the excerpt from Warriors Don't Cry.

Question

The voice on the radio grew more urgent as the announcer described the ranks of Arkansas National Guardsmen who ringed Central High School. Hearing the news as we drew near our destination, Mother said, "I think I’ll park here. The meeting place is quite a ways away, but from the looks of things we won't get any closer."

The author’s words create a mood of

confidence
excitement.
uncertainty.
resentment.

Answer 1

The author's words create a mood of uncertainty. The description of the "urgent" voice on the radio and the presence of the National Guardsmen suggests a tense and unpredictable situation, leading to a sense of apprehension about what might happen next.