Author's Tone and Mood | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

Jake looked at the messy garage and sighed. There were boxes everywhere, and he had no idea where to begin. What is the mood?

Overwhelmed

Excited

Proud

Relaxed

The kitten curled up in the warm sunlight, purring softly. Everything felt safe and still. What is the mood?

Cozy

Chaotic

Frightening

Angry

As the final seconds ticked down, the crowd held its breath. The ball soared through the air toward the hoop. What is the mood?

Tense

Sleepy

Peaceful

Confused

The soup was cold, the bread was stale, and the chairs were hard as rocks. This was definitely not the five-star restaurant the advertisement promised. What is the author’s tone?

Disappointed

Complimentary

Joyful

Curious

Olivia gazed at the towering mountains. She felt small but amazed by their beauty and strength. What is the mood?

Inspired

Bored

Irritated

Silly

The teacher winked and said, “Pop quiz!” while grinning from ear to ear. The students groaned, but she started laughing. What is the author’s tone?

Playful

Mean

Nervous

Cold

After losing the championship game, the team sat quietly on the bus ride home. No one spoke. The trophy they had hoped to win felt very far away. What is the mood?

Disappointed

Proud

Joyful

Relaxed

Nina tiptoed down the hallway, holding her breath. She didn’t want anyone to hear the surprise party guests hiding in the living room. What is the mood?

Suspenseful

Boring

Gloomy

Annoyed

The carnival lights blinked in bright colors, and music floated through the air. Children raced from booth to booth with cotton candy in their hands. What is the mood?

Exciting

Sad

Serious

Frightening

Sam stomped up the stairs, slamming his bedroom door behind him. “It’s not fair!” he shouted. What is the mood?

Angry

Calm

Silly

Peaceful

Grandpa told stories about his childhood with a soft smile. His eyes sparkled as he described fishing by the river at sunrise. What is the tone?

Nostalgic

Furious

Frightened

Rushed

The homework assignment was twenty pages long. Of course, it was due tomorrow. Just what Maya needed after soccer practice and piano lessons. What is the author’s tone?

Sarcastic

Excited

Confused

Hopeful

Evan couldn’t stop smiling as his name was called at the awards ceremony. His family cheered louder than anyone else in the room. What is the mood?

Proud

Embarrassed

Lonely

Angry

The old house stood alone at the end of the road. Its windows were cracked, and its paint peeled like dry skin. No one had lived there in years. What is the mood?

Creepy

Cozy

Energetic

Cheerful

Mrs. Carter carefully explained each step of the science experiment. She spoke clearly and reminded students to follow directions exactly. What is the author’s tone?

Serious

Humorous

Mysterious

Excited

Dark clouds swallowed the sun, and thunder cracked across the sky. The trees bent low as the wind howled through the empty streets. What is the mood?

Tense

Peaceful

Romantic

Hopeful

The puppy tumbled over his own paws, sliding across the kitchen floor and bumping into the cabinets. His tail wagged wildly as he barked at nothing at all. What is the mood?

Playful

Frightening

Calm

Gloomy

“Oh great,” Tasha muttered as her little brother knocked over her carefully built tower. “I only worked on that for an hour. No big deal.” What is the author’s tone?

Sarcastic

Cheerful

Proud

Grateful

Marcus stared at the clock as it ticked louder and louder. The classroom felt unusually quiet, and every tiny sound made him jump. What is the mood of this passage?

Suspenseful

Relaxed

Excited

Silly

Lena’s boots crunched in the fresh snow as she stepped outside. The world shimmered like a field of diamonds. She laughed and stuck out her tongue to catch the falling flakes. What is the author’s tone?

Joyful

Angry

Nervous

Serious