1. Tone is the attitude a writer takes towards his/her subject: the tone can be serious, humorous, sarcastic, ironic, inspiring, solemn, objective, cynical, optimistic, critical, enthusiastic…etc.
Which word do you think best describes the tone of Katie Pavlich’s commentary? Explain your answer.

2. What is the main idea of Ms. Pavlich’s commentary?

3. Ask a parent: what do you think about Ms. Pavlich’s assertions about Adam Schiff? Please explain your answer.