Figurative Language in Tone and Mood

The author's attitude toward the subject matter is called ________.

• mood

• tone

The feeling created in the reader by the writer is called ________.

• mood

• tone

The mood of this excerpt can be best described as:

• grim or serious

• playful and silly

• anxious

• aggressive

Which word from this excerpt does NOT contribute to the mood?

• cramped

• glumly

• folded

• smelly

The emotional response from the reader to the author's words ___________________.

• Tone

• Mood

Choose the option that correctly identifies the tone of the following sentence: "The sun smiled down on us, warming our spirits and brightening our day."

• Sarcastic

• Spooky

• Cheerful

• Hopeless

Answer explanation

The phrase "The sun smiled down on us" conveys warmth and positivity, suggesting a cheerful atmosphere. The imagery of the sun warming spirits and brightening the day reinforces this uplifting tone, making "Cheerful" the correct choice.

Which of the following is an example of mood?

• The author's excitement about space exploration.

• The eerie silence in the abandoned house made everyone uneasy.

• Comparing the moon to a glowing orb.

• Describing someone as having a heart of stone.

Delighted, peaceful, frustrated, and angry are all examples of words that could describe the author's __________, or attitude.

• Tone

• Style

• Metaphor

• Mood

Mood is the

(a)   that is created for the reader with the author's ​word choice.​ ​

• feeling

• tone

• attitude

Which passage has a more cautionary mood?

• 1

• 2