Tone and Mood Practice

Front

Mood

Back

The reader's feelings while reading the text

Front

Tone is...

Back

The author's attitude or feelings

Front

What mood is evoked from this passage?

Abshu wished that his own family could have stayed together. There were four of them who ended up in foster care: him, two younger sisters, and a baby brother. He understood why his mother did what she did, but he couldn't help wondering if there might have been a better way.

Back

sorrow

Front

Which word best describes the tone of this note?

Dear Dad,

Congratulations on completing your first marathon! I know you set this goal a long time ago, and you worked really hard to achieve it. You have shown me that if I work hard, I can achieve my goals, too!

-Kaleb

Options:

happy

,

somber

,

compassionate

,

proud

Back

proud

Front

Dear Jason,

I was sorry to hear that your grandfather passed away. I know how close the two of you were. I am sure you miss him a lot. Call me if you want to talk.

-Carter

Which word best describes the tone of this note?

Options: relaxed, irritated, sympathetic, selfish

Back

sympathetic

Front

Which word best describes the tone of this note?

Dear Makenna,

We have cheerleading tryouts at my school next week. I’m pretty sure I’ll make the team. I have been practicing my jumps, and my ten years of gymnastics classes should help me stand out. Plus, you know me and my loud voice!

-Mandie

Options:

nervous

,

serious

,

relieved

,

confident

Back

confident

Front

Select the text where the author's tone is negative:

My little brother is so stubborn. He never shuts up.

,

My little brother is very determined. He never gives up.

Back

My little brother is so stubborn. He never shuts up.

Front

I stepped into the blinding stage light. My heart was racing and I felt nauseated.

Select the tone of the text:

peaceful

,

anxious

,

happy

,

sad

Back

anxious

Front

Which tone word best describes: "Don't worry about a thing...because every little thing is going to be alright..."? Options:

optimistic

,

pessimistic

,

irritated

,

tired

Back

optimistic

Front

Which mood word best describes: "Don't worry about a thing...because every little thing is going to be alright..."? Options: peaceful, scared, sad, serious

Back

peaceful