Understanding Mood, Tone, and Attitude in Texts

What mood is created by the use of dark, stormy night descriptions in a story?

• Joyful

• Tense

• Relaxed

• Amused

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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 sarcastic tone, what is their attitude likely to be?

• Serious

• Respectful

• Mocking

• Sympathetic

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

If a poem describes a peaceful meadow with birds singing, what mood is most likely being conveyed?

• Anger

• Serenity

• Sadness

• Fear

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

An author writes about a character's struggle with a smile on their face. What tone does this suggest?

• Pessimistic

• Optimistic

• Indifferent

• Confused

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

A story begins with a description of a dilapidated, haunted house. What mood does this setting suggest?

• Excitement

• Terror

• Happiness

• Anticipation

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

When a writer uses short, choppy sentences to describe a scene, what mood might they be trying to convey?

• Calmness

• Confusion

• Tension

• Joy

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

If an author's attitude towards a topic is disapproving, what kind of words are they likely to use?

• Neutral

• Positive

• Negative

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

A narrative that frequently uses words like "bright," "shiny," and "light" likely creates what mood?

• Gloominess

• Cheerfulness

• Mystery

• Suspense

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What tone might an author use when they want to convey a sense of urgency?

• Casual

• Reflective

• Frantic

• Humorous

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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 where the main character is going through a tough time but the author focuses on the positive outcomes, what is the author's attitude?

• Pessimistic

• Optimistic

• Indifferent

• Critical

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6