Tone and Mood

The wind howled through the trees as the storm clouds gathered, darkening the sky. The air grew colder, and the first raindrops began to fall.
What is the mood of this passage?

• joyful

• tense

• relaxed

• cheerful

"I don’t need anyone’s help!" she snapped, turning away from the group with a glare.
What is the tone of this passage?

• angry

• confused

• sad

• calm

The flowers bloomed in a vibrant array of colors, filling the air with a sweet scent. Birds sang, and the sun warmed the earth.
What is the mood of this passage?

• calm

• frightened

• joyful

• tense

The detective paced back and forth, his eyes scanning the room for any clue. He had a gut feeling something was off.
What is the tone of this passage?

• suspicious

• playful

• optimistic

• pessimistic

She smiled warmly as the puppy licked her face, wagging its tail happily.
What is the mood of this passage?

• angry

• joyful

• sad

• confused

The old man sat on the porch, watching the sunset in silence. His face was peaceful, but his eyes showed signs of weariness.
What is the tone of this passage?

• frustrated

• angry

• peaceful

• excited

"I can't believe you did that!" he shouted, his face turning red. "You ruined everything!"
What is the tone of this passage?

• calm

• angry

• sympathetic

• happy

The room was dimly lit, with shadows creeping along the walls. A cold breeze brushed past, making the hair on the back of my neck stand up.
What is the mood of this passage?

• scary

• relaxed

• excited

• empty

The race was almost over, and the tortoise kept moving slowly but steadily. He could see the finish line ahead.
What is the mood of this passage?

• boring

• frustrating

• hopeful

• scary

"That was the best concert ever!" she exclaimed, jumping up and down with excitement.
What is the tone of this passage?

• excited

• angry

• sad

• annoyed