Use the excerpt from “Big Water” by Andrea Curtis to answer the question.

What best describes the mood implied by the story’s setting?

(1 point)
Responses

boring and disinterested
boring and disinterested

eerie and frightening
eerie and frightening

peaceful and relaxed
peaceful and relaxed

uplifting and cheerful

1 answer

To determine the best description of the mood implied by the setting in "Big Water" by Andrea Curtis, we would need to analyze the specific context or emotions conveyed in the excerpt. However, without having access to the excerpt itself, I can provide guidance on what you might consider:

  • Eerie and frightening could be suggested by descriptions of unsettling elements in the environment.
  • Peaceful and relaxed might be indicated by serene landscapes or tranquil scenes.
  • Boring and disinterested could arise from mundane or unexciting details.
  • Uplifting and cheerful would suggest vibrant and positive imagery.

If you can identify the tone and details within the excerpt, you should be able to choose the mood that best reflects it. If the excerpt includes natural imagery that evokes calmness, it would lean towards "peaceful and relaxed"; if it suggests danger or uncertainty, "eerie and frightening" might be appropriate.