Question

"We do, therefore, respectfully protest against the proposed Amendment to establish 'woman suffrage' in our State. We believe that political equality will deprive us of special privileges hitherto afforded to us by law."

Which claim statement best describes the author's position on women's suffrage? (5 points)

Answer 1

Answer: The best tone to describe the passage is "formal and serious".

Explanation: Tone of a passage is determined by imagining the author's expression towards the topic being discussed. The author's tone is formal and very serious about the idea that women should not be allowed to partake in voting as it will make women feel they are equal to men.