The word choices in the sentence create:
B. An admiring tone.
1. The use of words like "galloped away," "deadly barrage of arrows," and "from their bows" conveys a sense of action, bravery, and skill.
2. The phrase "they were said to fire over their shoulders" implies a sense of awe and admiration for the women's abilities to fight off the enemy while on horseback.
3. This admiration is further emphasized by the description of the women engaging in combat in a strategic and effective manner.
Therefore, the word choices in the sentence collectively create an admiring tone towards the women's actions and skills.
