The feeling that you get from a work of literature or art.
What are three things that help describe tone?
Word choice, Details, Author's voice
What is the mood of the following passage? I told you not to go to that party last night! Now you are in so much trouble!
disrespectful
depressing
pessimistic
furious
What is the tone of the following passage? Your future is assured. You will live, secure and safe, Wilbur. Nothing can harm you now.
inspirational
outraged
provocative
sensible
What is the definition of tone?
The author’s attitude toward the subject/topic.
What is the tone of the following passage? Jordan didn't mean to cause such a big commotion, but when she smashed her alarm with her fist, it flew off the nightstand and hit her cat, Henry.
All of the above
Hostile
Aggressive
Forceful
What is the tone of the following passage? She delicately placed the cooing baby on a soft, freshly cleaned blanket.
compassionate
sentimental
relfective
truthful
What is the tone of the following passage? As that hurricane came through, the wind's blast caused angry fifteen-foot waves to crash over the homes.
energetic
displeased
sensitive
anxious
What are three things that help to describe mood?
Word choice, Imagery, Setting
What is the mood of the following passage? Sarah knew that the man was holding something behind his back. She began to feel faint as her heart raced.
confused
isistent
apologetic
distressed
What is the mood of the following passage? As the train pulled away that night in the rain, Lindsey waved as she said her last goodbyes and tried to hold back her tears.
disappointing
dissatisfied
suspicious
melancholic
What is the definition of imagery?
Vivid language that appeals to the five senses
What is the mood of the following passage? As Tom watched the Cubs lose yet another game, his blood boiled. How could this be?
discontented
pleased
entertained
absurd
What is the tone of the following passage? Wow! With a top speed of one hundred fifty miles per hour, that car can almost fly!
enthusiastic
edgy
optimistic
anxious
What is the tone of the following passage? I’ve asked you twice already to unload the dishwasher.
doubting
frustrated
mocking
anxious
What is the tone of the following passage? Ugh! Do I really have to sit through another boring lecture on data entry again.
indignant
all of the above
frustrated
annoyed
What is the mood of the following passage? Last night's game was so competitive! I can't help but smile whenever I think about the victory!
humorous
inconsiderate
confident
carefree
What is the tone of the following passage? The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed.
awestruck, gentle, joyful or optimistic.
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