Mood and Tone

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 Elizabeth, Do you remember how Mom gave us each a white sweater for Christmas last year? Well,I went to wear mine yesterday, and it had a stain on the front of it! I know I didn’t do that. I think YOU stained YOUR shirt and then swapped it with mine, thinking I wouldn’t notice. Is that what happened? -Kelsey
Which words best describes the tone of this note?

Back

suspicious

Front

Which word best describes the tone of this note? 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 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

Which word best describes the tone of this note? Dear Paul, I know I told you that I would go bungee jumping with you next week when I see you. However, I changed my mind. I’m just not brave enough to jump off the platform. I keep having nightmares about my harness breaking. -Brady Options: sarcastic, confused, frightened, envious

Back

frightened