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1.  Tone is the attitude a writer takes towards his subject: the tone can be serious, humorous, sarcastic, ironic, inspiring, solemn, objective, cynical, optimistic, encouraging, critical, enthusiastic…  Which word do you think best describes the tone of Victor Davis Hanson's commentary?  Explain your answer.

2.  The purpose of an editorial/commentary is to explain, persuade, warn, criticize, answer, entertain, praise or inspire . What do you think is the purpose of Mr. Hanson’s editorial? Explain your answer.

3. How does this commentary inspire you?