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Read the excerpt from Pride and Prejudice by Jane

Austen.
Between him and Darcy there was a very steady
friendship, in spite of a great opposition of character.-
Bingley was endeared to Darcy by the easiness,
openness, ductility of his temper, though no
disposition could offer a greater contrast to his own,
and though with his own he never appeared
dissatisfied.
*the ability to change without breaking
personality
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What voice is created by the diction in this excerpt?
an admiring voice
O an analytical voice
O a voice that is critical of Darcy
O a voice that is critical of Bingley
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Answer 1

Answer: A voice that is critical of Darcy

Step-by-step explanation:

In this passage, the narrator is comparing Bingley's and Darcy's personalities in regards to their relationship. Bingley is described as loved by [endeared to] Darcy due to his easy-going, peaceful nature, whereas Darcy is stated to be almost the complete opposite, offering a 'greater contrast'. Therefore, it can be assumed that one would describe Darcy as quick-tempered and less peaceful that Bingley.

Although the tone of this passage could be classified as analytical, the stark contrast that allows Darcy's character to be judged makes this voice more critical that analytical.