Question

Books, to me, were powerful and transformational.

How does the word transformational contribute to the tone of the essay?

A. It emphasizes the author's indifferent tone about the effects of reading on
poverty.
B. It supports the author's reverential tone toward the power of books.
C. It reveals the author's bitter tone about his family's lack of books.
D. It reinforces the author's judgmental tone toward people who do not read
books.

Answer 1

B.

Step-by-step explanation:

Using 'transformational' supports the author's view of books as being powerful.

Answer 2

C

As someone who grew up in poverty, the author understands its challenges.

Step-by-step explanation: