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What tone is created by the underlined word in this sentence?

The child seemed frozen in place as the snake slithered closer.
1. celebratory, cheerful
2. bitter, disappointed
3.sinister, evil
4. sarcastic, humorous

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it’s number 3.

I believe it’s highlighting the snakes intention
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Answer: 3. sinister, evil

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