Question

how do these phrases develop the tone of the poem?
a they develop a nostalgic tone by describing the artwork the authors people made throughout their history in america.
b they develop a reverent tone by explaining how the authors people flourished throughout the history of america.
c they develop a cynical tone by stressing that the authors people were forced to leave their homeland in america.
d they develop a reflective tone by emphasizing the sacrifice the authors people made in the creation of america.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Nostalgic tone is about longing for the past, but describing artwork doesn't necessarily create nostalgia.
• Option B: A reverent tone shows respect. Explaining how the author’s people flourished in America’s history would convey respect for their journey and achievements, which fits a reverent tone.
• Option C: A cynical tone is distrustful or mocking. The option says they were forced to leave, but the phrasing doesn't suggest cynicism.
• Option D: A reflective tone is thoughtful, but emphasizing sacrifice for America’s creation doesn't clearly match "reflective" as well as B matches "reverent" for flourishing.

Answer:

B. They develop a reverent tone by explaining how the author’s people flourished throughout the history of America.