Question

1. on page 12, what mood does the authors choice of language create in this excerpt? i saw bay windows and cupolas, scrolled and spindled trim, wraparound porches and decorative iron gates, and all of it beat inside me like my own heart.

Explanation:

The description of architectural details with a passionate comparison to a beating heart suggests admiration. Words like "saw" and the vivid description of features imply being struck by what is seen.

Answer:

D. impressed