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WorksheetsTone Monitor
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
Fill in the blank to create an demanding tone:
Lisa,
I _____________ you to ____________ check the order of supplies that were delivered on Wednesday.
want, go
would like, please
need, maybe
Which descriptive words would likely be used by an author aiming for a "concerned" tone?
Choose THREE
he said softly
his brow was knitted in concern
his eyes glittered
her eyes were filled with worry
Which descriptive words would likely be used by an author wanting a character to have an "exasperated" or "fed-up" tone?
Choose THREE
Sally sighed loudly and raised her eyes to the heavens.
He smiled knowingly, the corners of his mouth quirking up.
Kevin held his head in his hands and massaged his temples.
"Whatever," she sniffed as she turned on her heel and walked away.
What is the tone of text?
I'm not sure why some people have so many problems. They should really try being more like me. I always make the right choices, and I always land on my feet. In fact, I can't remember the last time I made a bad choice. I really am better than others in almost every way. People should always take my advice.
Choose THREE
self-righteous
understanding
vain / stuck-up
arrogant
Which descriptive words would likely be used by an author wanting a character to have an "amused" tone?
Choose THREE
"You sure about that, Sherlock?" she asked, a smile playing across her lips.
His eyes danced with laughter.
She suppressed a grin before turning away.
"Hilarious," he said drily.
Which descriptive words would likely be used by an author wanting a character to have an "annoyed" tone?
Choose THREE
She pursed her lips together and turned away.
"Sure, whatever," Max said shortly.
She conducted herself with an air of authority.
"Hilarious," he said drily.
Which word best describes the author's tone? (Choose one)
excited
grateful
overjoyed
concerned
Which words best describe the tone of Jack's comment?
Choose TWO
somber
aggressive
thoughtless
flippant
"She is a fickle woman who has sold her soul to get ahead in politics. Again and again she has proven to turn her back on her constituents (represented people)-- she clearly does not represent the will of the people."
What is the tone of this article?
Choose TWO
cruel (be excessively harsh & enjoy it)
disdainful (look down on someone)
critical (criticize someone)
nostalgic (love of the past)
What is the author's tone?
Choose TWO
amused
admiring
critical
praising
