Item — sat-dog

Hard Reading and Writing · Standard English Conventions · None · MCQ

The author's tone in the passage is best described as formal and objective, though there are some instances where the author conveys a more personal tone, such as when the author refers to "our nervous, sporadic games." This is an example of how the author can shift between a formal and an informal tone to make the passage more engaging for the reader. What is the most likely reason why the author refers to "our nervous, sporadic games" in a less formal tone?

The author's shift to a less formal tone when referring to "our nervous, sporadic games" most likely serves to

A
contrast the author's informal tone with the formal tone of the rest of the passage.
B
indicate that the author is addressing a specific audience.
C
emphasize the importance of the author’s message.
D
create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.

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