Answer: C
Explanation:
I’m not sure if I’m right but I put “ People have used glass for thousands of years. While most glass has been manufactured, some kinds of glass occur naturally.”
A. Speculation
B. Morose
C. Proclamation
D. Affluency
The correct answer is A. speculation.
The word speculation means the same as rumor - and the meaning of this sentence is that there were a lot of rumors about the closing of the company.
B. morose means sullen and gloomy; C. proclamation is an official announcement about something; D. affluency is the state of being rich. As you can see, none of the other options fit the gap above.
Which word from the excerpt best helps to establish the tone?
A. sour
B. grenade
C. duty
D. crouch
Sour
Sour is the best word from the excerpt to establish the tone of the passage. In the excerpt it is clear that the narrator does not feel good about throwing his grenade. He says "I did not hate the young man; I did not see him as the enemy..." However, the narrator "had already pulled the pin". He is about to throw the grenade at this person who he does not feel any animosity towards. This "sour" taste in his mouth shows his dislike for what he's about to do.