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 this editorial?  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 this editorial? Explain your answer.

3. Do you agree with the editors' assertion that President Trump "brilliantly called Iran's bluff"? Explain your answer.