What is the tone in the latter half of the selection? (1 point)

a. offended and angry
b. bemused and sardonic
c. surprised and perplexed

2.
which of the following words is an example of an absolute modifier? (1 point)

a. unique
b. shocking
c. distinctive

3.
which is the best synonym for the word vehement as used in this except from the selection?

…all letters addressed to me care of the magazine were forwarded directly to me for answering, and all letters addressed to the magazine—some of them addressed to harold ross personally; these were the most vehement—