Dana has to write a story about a school event. what type of essay will she write?
a) narrative essay
b) persuasive essay
c) expository essay
d) reflective essay

Narrative essays written when you are telling a story
Persuasive essays are when you are persuading the reader
Expository essays used when you have to explain a topic in a logical and straightforward manner
Reflective essays involve the writers views and feelings about a particular subject
Which one do you think it is?

The answer is letter C. While the first passage has a dark, horrifying tone, the tone of the second is much lighter.

Explanation:

The first passage talks of death striking several people, adults and children. It mentions new kinds of illnesses and people dying just a few hours after the symptoms appear. It is quite a horrifying account, making the passage dark, scary.

On the other hand, the second passage conveys its message in a much lighter way. The author is defending the idea that using Sequoia trees to make lumber is as much a waste as it would be to kill and cook George Washington. The trees and Washington have much more to offer than such ridiculous purposes. That comparison, as well as the description of the Sequoia tree coming to town to defend its own cause, are humorous, making the passage light.