Mood and Tone Quiz

What is mood in literature?

• The main character of a story.

• The atmosphere or emotional tone of a piece of writing.

• The physical setting of a novel.

• The plot or storyline of a book.

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What is tone in literature?

• The color scheme used in the book.

• The main character's physical appearance.

• The time period in which the story takes place.

• The author's attitude towards the subject or audience.

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Which of the following is an example of a positive mood?

• Feeling happy

• Feeling anxious

• Feeling angry

• Feeling sad

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Which of the following is an example of a negative tone?

• Sarcasm

• Excitement

• Joy

• Anger

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Which of the following is an example of a somber mood?

• Beach vacation

• Funeral

• Comedy show

• Birthday party

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What is the main difference between mood and tone?

• Mood and tone are the same thing.

• Mood refers to the author's attitude, while tone refers to the emotional atmosphere.

• Mood refers to the emotional atmosphere, while tone refers to the author's attitude.

• Mood and tone are interchangeable terms.

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Which of the following is an example of a formal tone?

• A casual conversation

• A text message

• A personal diary

• A business letter

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What can be inferred about the author's attitude if the tone of a passage is enthusiastic?

• The author's attitude is uncertain and confused.

• The author's attitude is positive and excited.

• The author's attitude is negative and uninterested.

• The author's attitude is neutral and indifferent.

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What mood does this photograph create?

• concern

• surprise

• confusion

• sadness

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A warm fire crackled in the fireplace, and the chairs gathered around it were large and soft. A deep, luxurious carpet greeted cold toes with a comforting embrace, while the huge pillows thrown about the floor suggested it would be okay to stretch out for a while to warm up.

What word best describes the mood of this passage?

• welcoming

• tense

• silly

• cold

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