Question

question 3 of 10
read this passage:
the planet mars, i scarcely need remind the reader,
revolves about the sun at a mean distance of 140,000,000
miles, and the light and heat it receives from the sun is
barely half of that received by this world.
—h. g. wells, the war of the worlds, 1898
what is the tone of the passage?
a. miserable
b. jealous and resentful
c. calm and intelligent
d. funny and joking

Explanation:

The passage presents factual information about Mars (its distance from the sun and the light/heat it receives) in a straightforward, non - emotional way. There is no indication of misery (no words suggesting sadness or despair), jealousy (no comparison in a negative, envious sense), or humor (no joking elements). The tone is objective and shows an intelligent presentation of facts, which aligns with "calm and intelligent".

Answer:

C. Calm and intelligent