What is an appropriate shift in verb mood

If there are two or more verbs in a sentence, they should all have the same verb mood.

When there are two or more verbs in a sentence, but they don’t have the same mood therefore confusing the reader

A verb that indicates the attitude of the speaker

What is an inappropriate shift in verb mood?

When there are two or more verbs in a sentence, but they don’t have the same mood therefore confusing the reader

A verb that indicates the attitude of the speaker

If there are two or more verbs in a sentence, they should all have the same verb mood.

Correct the shift in mood in the sentence below. 'The weather was sunny, and suddenly it starts to rain.'

A) The weather was sunny, and suddenly it started to rain.

B) The weather was sunny, and suddenly it starts to rain.

C) The weather is sunny, and suddenly it started to rain.

D) The weather was sunny, and suddenly it will start to rain.

Identify the sentence with a correct mood shift. 'If I had known, I would have acted differently.'

C) If I had known, I would have acted differently.

A) If I had known, I would act differently.

B) If I knew, I would have acted differently.

D) If I know, I would act differently.

Which sentence correctly maintains the mood? 'She sings beautifully, and everyone listens.'

C) She sings beautifully, and everyone listens.

A) She sang beautifully, and everyone listens.

B) She sings beautifully, and everyone listened.

D) She sang beautifully, and everyone listened.

What effect does a shift from a hopeful to a despairing mood have on a reader?

B) It creates a sense of tension and uncertainty.

C) It makes the reader feel happy.

D) It has no effect on the reader.

How does a shift in mood from calm to chaotic affect a narrative?

B) It adds excitement and unpredictability.

A) It slows down the pace of the story.

Which sentence demonstrates an inappropriate shift in mood? 'If you study hard, you will pass the exam.'

A) If you studied hard, you will pass the exam.

B) If you study hard, you will pass the exam.

C) If you study hard, you would pass the exam.

D) If you studied hard, you would pass the exam.

Identify the correct sentence without a shift in mood. 'He was running fast, and he won the race.'

C) He was running fast, and he won the race.

A) He was running fast, and he wins the race.

B) He runs fast, and he won the race.

D) He runs fast, and he wins the race.

What is the effect of a sudden shift from a joyful to a somber mood in a story?

B) It surprises the reader and adds depth.

A) It makes the story predictable.

D) It has no effect on the reader.

Which sentence contains a correct mood shift? 'If she were here, she would help us.'

C) If she were here, she would help us.

A) If she was here, she would help us.

B) If she were here, she will help us.

D) If she was here, she will help us.

How does a shift from a tense to a relaxed mood affect the reader?

B) It provides relief and comfort.

Which sentence is free from a mood shift error? 'The cat was sleeping, and the dog was barking.'

C) The cat was sleeping, and the dog was barking.

A) The cat was sleeping, and the dog is barking.

B) The cat is sleeping, and the dog was barking.

D) The cat is sleeping, and the dog is barking.

Shift in Mood

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8th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Correct the shift in mood in the sentence below. "The students went through a lot this year, but they are made stronger by it."

This year, the students went through a lot, but they were made stronger for it.

The students went through a lot this year, but it made them stronger.

The students went through a lot this year, but it makes them stronger.

This year, the students went through a lot, but they are made stronger for it.

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Correct the shift in verb mood in the sentence below. "Mrs. Nearhoof loved Star Wars, so the Ewok was chased by her."

Mrs. Nearhoof loved Star Wars, so she chases the Ewok.

Because she loved Star Wars, Mrs. Nearhoof is chasing the Ewok.

Mrs. Nearhoof loved Star Wars, so she chased the Ewok.

Mrs. Nearhoof loves Star Wars, so she chases the Ewok.

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which sentence is written correctly without a shift in mood?

If I was taller, I would tryout for the basketball team.

If I were taller, I would tryout for the basketball team.

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

When an author shifts the mood from cheerful to somber, what is the likely effect on the reader?

The reader becomes disinterested in the story.

The reader may feel a sense of foreboding or anticipation.

The reader's understanding of the plot decreases.

The reader is amused by the change.

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which word best describes the mood of this passage?

Lively

Angry

Ominous

Amusing

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Does this passage give the reader a positive or negative mood?

Positive

Negative

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the mood of excitement affect the reader's perception in a story about a surprise party?

It makes the story feel slow-paced.

It creates anticipation and keeps the reader engaged.

It confuses the reader about the story's events.

It makes the story less interesting.

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Shift in Mood

Correct the shift in mood in the sentence below. "The students went through a lot this year, but they are made stronger by it."

Correct the shift in verb mood in the sentence below. "Mrs. Nearhoof loved Star Wars, so the Ewok was chased by her."

Which sentence is written correctly without a shift in mood?

When an author shifts the mood from cheerful to somber, what is the likely effect on the reader?

Which word best describes the mood of this passage?

Does this passage give the reader a positive or negative mood?

How does the mood of excitement affect the reader's perception in a story about a surprise party?

What mood does the use of a fast-paced, rhythmic beat in a movie soundtrack most likely convey?

What is an appropriate shift in verb mood

What is an inappropriate shift in verb mood?

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