5. Which statement best describes the impact of the author's word choice on the overall tone of the
account? (7.RLCS.4)
A. Phrases like "teensy pests" and "hitch rides" give the whole account a humorous tone.
B. Words like rest, travel, and neighbors give the account a comforting tone.
C. The words evidence and professional exterminator are used to create a threatening tone.
D. Words with technical meanings create an informative tone, but phrases like "crawling pinholes add a
note of disgust.