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Difficulty: EasyInferring Author Tone and Attitude

Honeybees perform an astonishing behavior known as the waggle dance to communicate the precise location of nectar to their hive. By angling their movements relative to the sun and vibrating with remarkable accuracy, these tiny insects transmit complex navigational coordinates over long distances. It is truly marvelous how such small creatures execute their foraging tasks with such flawless coordination.

Which of the following best describes the author's tone toward honeybee communication?

  1. A
    Critical
  2. AdmiringAnswer
  3. C
    Skeptical
  4. D
    Indifferent

Answer

Admiring
The author repeatedly relies on highly appreciative and enthusiastic diction—such as 'astonishing,' 'remarkable accuracy,' and 'truly marvelous'—to highlight the impressive nature of honeybee communication, establishing an admiring tone.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Examine the author's specific word choices (diction) in the passage.
The passage uses strong positive descriptors such as 'astonishing,' 'remarkable accuracy,' 'truly marvelous,' and 'flawless coordination.'
An author's attitude and tone are revealed through emotional connotations and choice of adjectives.
2
Synthesize the overall attitude conveyed by these descriptors.
The diction clearly expresses wonder, praise, and respect for the insects' complex communication system.
Consistently appreciative vocabulary indicates an admiring tone.

Key Concept

Inferring author tone through diction and descriptive language
Estimated Time:45s
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