The terrible battle of Gettysburg brings to Canandaigua sad news of our soldier boys of the 126th Regiment. Colonel Sherrill was instantly killed, also Captains Wheeler and Herendeen, Henry Willson and Henry P. Cook. Captain Richardson was wounded.
What is the author's viewpoint on these soldiers' actions?
A She resents them going off to war.
B She hopes they are not successful in battle.
C She is angry at her grandfather for not letting her help with the war.
D She thinks the war is a great waste of promising young men's lives.
I believe its D. May I get some help please?
thank you!
I agree. The use of the words "terrible" and "sad" demonstrate her view.
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To determine the author's viewpoint on these soldiers' actions, we can analyze the information provided in the passage. Here are the steps to find the answer:
1. Read the passage and highlight relevant information: The passage mentions the soldiers' deaths and injuries in the battle of Gettysburg, but it does not provide any direct indication of the author's viewpoint.
2. Look for clues in the language and tone: The passage describes the battle and casualties using terms like "terrible" and "sad news," which suggest a somber and negative tone.
3. Consider the context and details: The passage does not provide any other context or details about the author's opinions, beliefs, or emotions related to the soldiers' actions.
Based on the analysis, we can conclude that the author's viewpoint on these soldiers' actions is D) She thinks the war is a great waste of promising young men's lives. This is inferred from the tone and choice of words in the passage. However, it's important to note that the passage does not directly state the author's viewpoint, so this answer is an interpretation based on the given information.