Read the following passage from "The War Prayer":
None could remember the like of it for passionate pleading
and moving and beautiful language. The burden of its
supplication was, that the ever-merciful and benignant
Father of us all would watch over our noble young soldiers,
and aid, comfort and encourage them in their patriotic
work.
Which of the following words best describes the mood of this passage?

A. Sarcastic

B. Excited

C. Neutral

D. Awestruck