Tone Analysis Challenge

What tone is used in excerpt 1? "The future of our society hinges on the choices we make today, each action shaping the trajectory of our collective well-being."

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is sarcastic.

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is informal.

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is humorous.

• The tone used in excerpt 1 is formal.

Explain why excerpt 1 is classified as formal or informal. "The future of our society hinges on the choices we make today, each action shaping the trajectory of our collective well-being."

• Excerpt 1 uses contractions and colloquial expressions.

• Excerpt 1 contains slang and casual language.

• Excerpt 1 is classified as informal.

• Excerpt 1 contains formal languages

What tone is used in excerpt 2? "Hey, don’t worry about it, we’ll figure it out later."

• neutral

• optimistic

• melancholic

• sarcastic

Explain why excerpt 2 is classified as formal or informal. "Hey, don’t worry about it, we’ll figure it out later."

• Excerpt 2 is informal because of the word "hey"

• Excerpt 2 is informal because of the word "worry"

• Excerpt 2 is formal because of the word "hey"

• Excerpt 2 is classified as formal.

What tone is used in excerpt 3? "I would be most grateful if you would consider my application for this prestigious opportunity."

• sarcastic

• optimistic

• thankful

• melancholic

Explain why excerpt 3 is classified as formal.

• This excerpt uses disrespectful and impolite language such as "I would be most grateful"

• Colloquial

• This excerpt uses respectful and polite language such as "I would be most grateful"

• Casual

What tone is used in excerpt 4? "It’s a good idea to always try and give your best, but sometimes it’s okay to take a break and rest."

• optimistic

• inspiring

• sarcastic

• neutral

Explain why excerpt 4 is classified as formal or informal.

• The tone is polite, using contractions like "It’s" and "sometimes."

• I don't know

• The sentence structure is professional

• The sentence structure is straightforward and casual, offering advice in an easy-going way

What tone is used in excerpt 5? "The defendant is hereby sentenced to a term of 15 years, subject to review upon the completion of the sentence."

• optimistic

• melancholic

• sarcastic

• neutral

Explain why excerpt 5 is classified as formal or informal.

• The sentence structure is precise and informal, inappropriate for legal or official documents.

• Legal terminology is used here ("defendant," "hereby," "subject to review").

• Maybe

• The sentence structure is precise and formal, appropriate for legal or official documents.