Use the passage to answer the question.

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)
• relaxed
• humorous.
• mysterious
• cheerful

Answer 1

The word that best describes the tone of the passage is mysterious.