Read this excerpt from Paragraph 1.

Some bags claim that they’re organic or natural, but what does that mean? And then there are the stacks of canned food, boasting loudly of their superior contents. What’s the difference among these foods? Does it matter what you feed your dog or cat? Yes, it does matter. And the text on the package does not always tell the whole story.

What is the effect of the word choice on the introduction of this passage?

It creates an accusatory tone by suggesting readers are not doing enough to ensure their pets have proper nutrition.

It develops a hopeless tone by implying that there are few options for pet owners when seeking proper nutrition for their pets.

It sets an encouraging tone by confirming that pet owners have a wide range of options when choosing food for their pets.

It suggests a skeptical tone by questioning the reliability of information provided to consumers by pet food companies.

Question

Read this excerpt from Paragraph 1.

Some bags claim that they’re organic or natural, but what does that mean? And then there are the stacks of canned food, boasting loudly of their superior contents. What’s the difference among these foods? Does it matter what you feed your dog or cat? Yes, it does matter. And the text on the package does not always tell the whole story.

What is the effect of the word choice on the introduction of this passage?

It creates an accusatory tone by suggesting readers are not doing enough to ensure their pets have proper nutrition.

It develops a hopeless tone by implying that there are few options for pet owners when seeking proper nutrition for their pets.

It sets an encouraging tone by confirming that pet owners have a wide range of options when choosing food for their pets.

It suggests a skeptical tone by questioning the reliability of information provided to consumers by pet food companies.