Mood, Voice, and Tone

I stepped into the blinding stage light. My heart was racing and I felt nauseous. Select the tone of the text:

• peaceful

• anxious

I stepped in front of the exhilarating stage lights. My heart leapt with excitement as I heard the enlivening sound of applause.

Select the tone of the text:

• ominous

• enthusiastic

What is the tone of the following text? "I will not!" she shouted. "I will not be left at the mercy of our enemies while you slink away!" (108).

• pleased

• angry

• happy

• suspicious

Change the tone of this passage:

She hesitated, listening for sounds of the creature. The forest seemed empty, but she could sense something else out there. Something watching and waiting.

Answer explanation

If you changed the tone from scary & suspenseful to wonderful or playful, or anything positive, then you are correct!

Which word accurately describes the son's tone in the following dialogue?

Father: We are going to Disney World!

Son: Yay!!!!

• Irritated

• annoyed

• excited

• uninterested

It was the first football game for the Gators. The coach asked if everyone was ready. The players jumped and replied, "Yes!" In what tone did the Gators's reply?

• calm

• serious

• happy

• enthusiastic

Change the tone of this passage from angry to excited:

I feel like throwing something! I was typing my paper and was almost finished. Then the power went out. Now my paper is lost. This is a horrible night.

Answer explanation

If your answer changed and added words that created excitement and awesomeness, good job!

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.

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

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