Question

Bailey is far superior to other dogs of his breed; he learns tricks faster and easier than any other dog I have ever owned.

Which word best contributes to the positive tone of this sentence?
a.superior
b.breed
c.faster
d.easier

Answer 1

The answer is A: superior.

The owner declares Bailey's superiority among other dogs of his breed by stating that he is "far superior". Then, he continues explaining in what ways Bailey shows his superior qualities: by learning tricks faster and easier than any other dog he has ever owned. The word superior contribuites to the positive tone of this sentence.

Answer 2

The best word that contributes to the positive tone of the sentence is superior. It show how intelligent Bailey. The other choices are evidences that made Bailey superior to other dogs that supported the tone. Therefore, the correct answer of the question is letter A.