Understanding Mood, Tone, and Voice

Which of the following best describes the tone of an author who uses words like "horrific," "terrifying," and "nightmare" to describe a scene?

• Amused

• Terrified

• Joyful

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

When a narrator in a story speaks directly to the reader, using "I" and sharing personal thoughts and feelings, what type of voice is being used?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person limited

• Third-person omniscient

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

If a text describes a setting where the sun is shining, birds are chirping, and children are playing, what mood is most likely being created?

• Melancholy

• Tense

• Joyful

• Mysterious

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the use of a sarcastic tone by an author impact the reader's understanding of the text?

• It clarifies the author's true intentions.

• It creates confusion about the author's message.

• It adds humor and lightness to the text.

• It indicates the author's serious disapproval.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Identify the mood created by the use of words such as "gloomy," "dismal," and "dreary" in a description of a setting.

• Excitement

• Optimism

• Sorrow

• Calmness

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What atmosphere is likely created by the use of vivid imagery such as "crashing waves," "howling wind," and "flashing lightning" in a narrative?

• Tranquility

• Anger

• Tension

• Delight

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In a story, if the author describes a character's journey through a dark forest with unknown sounds and shadows, which mood is primarily being evoked?

• Curiosity

• Fear

• Excitement

• Peacefulness

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

When an author uses a reflective and introspective tone, discussing life's complexities and existential questions, what type of tone is being employed?

• Humorous

• Philosophical

• Detached

• Optimistic

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B