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SAT English Practice Question

The text begins with a vivid description of the natural world and how the narrator is feeling. As the narrator continues to describe the natural world, there is a shift in the tone of the passage. The descriptions become more reflective and contemplative. This shift in tone is reinforced by the use of the word "wonder" at the end of the passage. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the word "wonder"?

  1. A.highlight the speaker’s curiosity.
  2. B.emphasize the speaker’s joy.
  3. C.create a sense of mystery.
  4. D.suggest that the speaker is reflecting on the passage.

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