Read this introductory sentence.

Our county government has neglectfully ignored a national trend in child safety and must enact a bicycle helmet law immediately to right this wrong.

Which best describes the tone?

A.) engaging

B.) critical

C.) academic

D.) impolite

{System: I think your answer for this is [D. impolite] but I am not quite sure, about this one. Chat in the comments to speak to Requirements if you have questions or if you need anything! Have a lovely day Mrs/Mr!}

B.) critical

Explanation:

The speaker is criticizing the county government for not enacting a bicycle helmet law. The speaker is calling out the county government and asks that a law be enacted immediately. While the critical tone can engage an audience that is not the tone of this sentence.