Tone Words # 1

Which tone word describes something that is fanciful and imaginary?

• Indignant

• Whimsical

• Melancholy

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Identify the tone word that means carefree and happy.

• Lighthearted

• Demoralizing

• Disgruntled

• Lugubrious

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CCSS.L.9-10.5

Choose the word that best describes a lively and jolly atmosphere.

• Compassionate

• Convivial

• Confident

• Ironically

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

What is the tone word for a positive and affirmative outlook?

• Optimistic

• Wondrous

• Unbelievable

• Indifferent

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which tone word means tender and merciful?

• Indignant

• Compassionate

• Melancholy

• Disgruntled

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Select the tone word that describes someone who is impersonal and emotionless.

• Indifferent

• Confident

• Whimsical

• Convivial

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word means certain and assured?

• Optimistic

• Confident

• Ironically

• Lugubrious

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

Identify the tone word that can mean both amazing and dubious.

• Unbelievable

• Compassionate

• Demoralizing

• Lighthearted

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What tone word is used to describe something strangely or curiously?

• Wondrous

• Ironically

• Indignant

• Disgruntled

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Choose the tone word that means astonishment and amazement.

• Wondrous

• Melancholy

• Convivial

• Indifferent

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4