Mood, Voice, and Tone

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.

• Calm

• Fear

• Passion

• Sorrow

What is the tone of the following passage?

• objective

• bitter

• eerie

• astounding

Which word best describes the tone of this note?

• happy

• somber

• compassionate

• proud

Which of the following words best reflects the mood of this passage?

• optimistic

• pessimistic

• fearful

• restless

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?

• relaxed

• irritated

• sympathetic

• selfish

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

Which word best describes the tone of this note?

• nervous

• serious

• relieved

• confident

Which tone word below best describes the following sentence? "Don't worry about a thing...because every little thing is going to be alright..."

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Irritated

• Tired

having a gloomy view of life

• ironic

• incredulous

• pessimistic

• malicious

What is the difference between tone and mood?

• Tone refers to the author's attitude, while mood refers to the reader's emotional response.

• Tone refers to the reader's emotional response, while mood refers to the author's attitude.

• Tone and mood are the same thing.

• Tone and mood are unrelated.

Which tone is represented in the following passage?
"Wow! With a top speed of one hundred fifty miles per hour, that car can almost fly!"

• Annoying

• Excited

• Calm

• Scary