What tone does this passage most convey?

Answer 1

Read this passage from Andrew Jackson's message to Congress "On Indian Removal":

It gives me pleasure to announce to Congress that the benevolent policy of the Government, steadily pursued for nearly thirty years, in relation to the removal of the Indians beyond the white settlements is approaching to a happy consummation. Two important tribes have accepted the provision made for their removal at the last session of Congress, and it is believed that their example will induce the remaining tribes also to seek the same obvious advantages.

Answer: Confident and professional

Answer 2

The passage you quoted (see discussion area) is a lighthearted exchange between two friends.