Tone and Mood Practice

What is the tone of this passage:

Tim Rutledge of Orlando, Florida, was on his way to Indiana to make a delivery Monday when he drove right into a snowstorm and his brakes froze. In temperatures of 42 degrees below zero with the wind chill, Rutledge pulled over at a truck stop and got under his truck to fix the brakes. While Rutledge was on the ground, the truck shifted and trapped him underneath.

• passionate

• fearful

• sorrowful

• calm

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Mood is...

• The reader's feelings while reading the text

• The author's style of writing

• The author's attitude or feelings

• The reader's feelings before reading the text

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CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Tone is...

• The author's attitude or feelings

• The reader's feelings while reading the text

• The reader's feelings before reading the text

• The author's style of writing

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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.

• happy

• fear

• wonder

• sorrow

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the tone of the following passage?

Jessica walked slowly through the hallway. “Come out, come out, wherever you are!” she yelled. Since the room was dark, she had to feel around for the doorknob to the dining room. As her hand closed around the cool brass knob, she gave it a firm twist to the right, opening the door to the dining hall with a satisfying bang. The long table was illuminated by a stream of moonlight from a large bay window to her right, allowing her to see enough to enter the room. She giggled with nervousness as she took a few steps forward, stopping short at the sight of something shadowy moving in the corner.

• objective

• bitter

• suspenseful

• astounding

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Dear Dad,

Congratulations on completing your first marathon! I know you set this goal a long time ago, and you worked really hard to achieve it. You have shown me that if I work hard, I can achieve my goals, too!

-Kaleb

Which word best describes the tone of this note?

• happy

• somber

• compassionate

• proud

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

“Which team do we play in soccer this week?” asked Tim.

“The Ravens,” replied Nathan, sighing. “We played them earlier in the season and they outscored us by three goals.”

“That’s not fair!” moaned Tim. “If we already played them, why do we have to play them again?” Nathan shrugged. “I don’t know.”

“I think we should just forfeit the game now,” said Tim. “We have no chance of winning at all.”

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

• optimistic

• pessimistic

• fearful

• restless

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.4

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

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Select the text where the author's tone is negative:

• My little brother is so stubborn. He never shuts up.

• My little brother is very determined. He never gives up.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4