1. Tone: Joyful
Context Clues: "bouncing into the room," "lit up the vicinity," "joyous glow," "talked about her fiancé and their wedding plans"
Mood: Happy, Excited
2. Tone: Fearful
Context Clues: "huddled in the corner," "clutching her tattered blanket," "shaking convulsively," "feverishly searched," "unknown dangers that awaited her"
Mood: Anxious, Terrified
3. Tone: Angry
Context Clues: "bursting through the door," "frustrated mother," "screamed uncontrollably," "gave her child an F"
Mood: Outraged, Upset
4. Tone: Defiant
Context Clues: "drew the attention," "dared to experiment," "interrogating him about the Bible"
Mood: Challenging, Rebellious
5. Tone: Nervous
Context Clues: "furtively glanced behind him," "fear of his imagined pursuers," "hurriedly walked on," "jumping at the slightest sound," "leaf crackling under his own foot"
Mood: Paranoid, Jittery
6. Tone: Tender
Context Clues: "gently smiling," "tenderly tucked the covers," "carefully, quietly," "comforting ray of light," "should the child wake"
Mood: Calm, Peaceful, Loving
7. Tone: Playful
Context Clues: "laughing wind," "teasing trees," "danced with anger and cajoling," "blade slapping blade," "silly dog with golfball eyes," "flopping, slobbery tongue bounded"
Mood: Lighthearted, Whimsical
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of mood tone worksheet.
