Question

The tone of Emily’s speeches in Act III are generally regretful, sad, and sometimes urgent, while Simon Stinson’s tone is _____.

bitter
hateful
violent
all of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is D: All of the above

Answer 2

The tone of Emily’s speeches in Act III are generally regretful, sad, and sometimes urgent, while Simon Stinson’s tone is rather bitter. In her speech she describes her regret not being in her grave, representing the idea of ignorance and blindness of the people's world. Simon Stinson expresses annoying reaction, but he approves her words and sharply replies that now she understands how cruel and unfair is the world.