Literary analysis: author’s voice read the selection. then, answer the questions that follow. i’ve come to terms with my dreaminess, my absent-mindedness—well, okay, my ditziness! why do i characterize myself this way? a few examples might make this description very clear. they might include such mild eccentricities as mismatched socks and paint smudges on jeans and in hair. or i could cite more embarrassing moments, perhaps having to do with personal hygiene or misunderstandings. but why bother with the descriptions; you’ve probably already grasped the idea! which of these phrases best describes the author’s voice? a. somber and weighty b. driven and intense c. neutral and lifeless d. humorous and informal

D. humorous and informal.

The author is using a humorous and informal voice to tell the story. He refers to himself as "absent-minded and ditzy," which gives the passage a silly tone. Moreover, the author gives examples of cases in which these qualities have been displayed. These examples are comical, such as the mismatched socks or the paint in hair. Finally, the author uses exclamation marks, common language and a fast pace to give the passage an informal tone.

the right ones are in bold.

daintly refers to the fact she was reaching for what she ate, not necessarily what she is like.

greatest charm as in she possessed (=had) the greatest charm.

pleasant (her demeanor)

speaking (of her sensibility)

dead refers to the hypothetical mouse.

bleeding refers to the hypothetical mouse.