Question

Which sets of words create a gloomy mood? Check all that apply.

dull, gray, cloudy, dark
sad, blue, heartache, unhappy
sunshine, lively, skipping, cheerful
blue skies, green grass, bright blooms
shadowy, shaded, gloomy, discouraged
triumphant, winning, thrilling, elated, delighted

Answer 1

The sets that create a gloomy mood are: 1, 2, and 5.

- 1 (dull, gray, cloudy, dark) — describes dreary, bleak conditions.
- 2 (sad, blue, heartache, unhappy) — expresses sorrow and emotional gloom.
- 5 (shadowy, shaded, gloomy, discouraged) — uses words that directly convey gloom and discouragement.