Use the passage to answer the question What does the author's tone tell the reader about Norman Gortsby? (point) He is unhappy with his life and has many regrets He is bitter toward others because he is so lonely He is too proud to admit that he envies those around him He considers himself to be superior to those around him.

Answer 1

The author's tone suggests that Norman Gortsby considers himself to be superior to those around him. This is evident in his critical and somewhat disdainful observations about others, reflecting an air of superiority in his judgments of their circumstances and choices.