Question

What should the reader do to determine an author's message?

Answer 1

Inspect the text for any repeating messages because ultimately the authors main message will be conveyed within those lines of repetition.

Answer 2

D. Consider the words an author uses to describe a topic.

Step-by-step explanation:

The tone of a piece of writing is the author's overall perspective on the subject matter, conveyed via the author's choice of words and style. The tone of a piece of writing is typically characterized by how the author feels about the topic. The mood of a piece refers to how the reader interprets it.