Read these sentences from the speech.

And even a college degree cannot be used to prove that he can read and write. For the fact is that the only way to pass these barriers is to show a white skin.

What is the effect of the word choice on the tone of the sentences?

It creates a concerned tone.

It sets an accepting tone.

It develops an outraged tone.

It suggests a compassionate tone.

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Fernando Hanna

English

11 April, 00:32

Read these sentences from the speech.

And even a college degree cannot be used to prove that he can read and write. For the fact is that the only way to pass these barriers is to show a white skin.

What is the effect of the word choice on the tone of the sentences?

It creates a concerned tone.

It sets an accepting tone.

It develops an outraged tone.

It suggests a compassionate tone.

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Cindy Hurley · Answer 1

It develops an outraged tone.

Explanation:

The statement is clearly outraged at the racial injustice it is coming from and states that the education and college degree of a white man seems useless in declaring his ability to read and write because being able to pass these barriers relies more on his skin color than his own merits.

According to the passage, having a white skin pretty much guarantees one a degree.

So, it is not entirely by one's own merit that they get through to college but through the inherent privilege they have.