Inferring the Speaker's Tone, Mood and Purpose

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We can tell that the child is ________ from saying, “You must be very tired, Father. You have worked all day. May I help you row the big boat?”

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concerned

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“Snake! Snake!” cried Billy who jumped out of the barn. Billy was?

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surprised

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Type of author's purpose where the author wants to get you to do something or believe in what they are saying. Examples: Advertisement and political speech.

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to persuade

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What does the reader feel in this statement: “Thank you for helping me. Thanks for being a shoulder to lean on. You are an angel sent by God from heaven.”?

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gratefully

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Lita was watching her favorite TV program when her brother changed the channel. She got up and shouted at her brother. What emotion did Lita likely feel?

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anger

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Type of author's purpose where the author wants to give you information about a topic and teach you facts. Examples: newspaper and magazines.

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to inform

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Why did Emma forget some lines during her contest piece?

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nervousness

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“Don’t worry. I know you can do it. Just practice a lot. You’ll see.”

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encouragingly

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Type of author's purpose where the author wants to hold the reader’s attention through enjoyment. Examples: fairytales and comics.

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to entertain

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What emotion did Mario likely feel when a strange dog ran after him?

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fear