Question

Read this passage from "The Obligation to Endure":

It took hundreds of millions of years to produce the life
that now inhabits the earth - eons of time in which that
developing and evolving and diversifying life reached a
state of adjustment and balance with its surroundings. The
environment, rigorously shaping and directing the life it
supported, contained elements that were hostile as well as
supporting. Certain rocks gave out dangerous radiation;
even within the light of the sun, from which all life draws its
energy, there were short-wave radiations with power to
injure.
How does Carson develop the tone in this passage?
A. Carson's outraged tone is developed with quotations from credible
sources and a clinical discussion of the current problem.
B. Carson's outraged tone is developed with figurative language that
shows contrasts between past and future,
C. Carson's insistent tone is developed with positive diction and
information that provides perspective on today's situation.
D. Carson's insistent tone is developed with credible quotations
illustrating a dire situation.

Answer 1

For anyone who's still looking for the answer to this question, it's actually D.

Step-by-step explanation:

Took the quiz, answers were changed a bit but it still had the general concept.

The rest of the quiz:

1. C Carson's use of rhetorical questions supports her urgent and knowledgeable tone.

3. D Carson's urgent tone is developed with credible quotations illustrating a dire situation.

5. B To make them aware of the dangers posed by widespread pesticide use

6. C Responses to public protests have partially calmed the crowds, like tranquilizer pills.

7. D Logos and Ethos

9. A The general public

10. D Outraged and Incredulous

Answer 2

C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Obligation to Endure is one of the chapters in the book of Silent Spring.

In her books she warns about the alarming effects of pesticides on environment.

In this exceprt, she develops the tone by providing the information that provides perspective on today's situation. The tone developed by Carson is insistent. The author is insisting to her audience to pay attention towards the issue she's raised.

Therefore, option C is correct.