Question

Use the passage to answer the question. As the sound of the doorbell reverberated through the hall, she cracked open the door and peered outside. She caught a glimpse of a truck disappearing into the darkness. On the stoop, a strange object waited. She took a deep breath, opened the door, and stepped out into the heavy summer air. Which word best describes the tone of the passage? (1 point) Responses relaxed relaxed humorous humorous cheerful cheerful mysterious

Answer 1

The word that best describes the tone of the passage is "mysterious." The mention of a strange object waiting on the stoop and the truck disappearing into the darkness contributes to an atmosphere of intrigue and uncertainty.