E3.8.F
Description:
Evaluate how the author's diction and syntax contribute to the mood, voice, and tone of a text.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
6C
Exemplars
6C: Recognizing Mood/Tone
6C: Recognizing Mood/Tone
Description:
Recognizing Mood and Tone
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
L-11
L-11
Grade level: 12
Word count: 2359 words
Author: Diane Lang
Synopsis: Two techie students challenge themselves to develop an innovative means of transportation.
Excerpt:
Right before February recess, Ariel's physics teacher approached her after class. "Hey, here's something you might find interesting," he said, handing her a pamphlet. "It's a national competition; so winning is probably a long shot, but with your talent, you've got a decent chance."
Question:
When Ariel's teacher approached her about the contest, his tone could be described as
- straightforward and encouraging.
- vague and discouraging.
- demanding and confident.
- cautious and indifferent.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Imagine you are making a movie version of a fictional selection. Describe how you would shoot scenes from the selection to convey an appropriate mood and tone.
Evaluator
Organization:
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