Word Choice Quick Check

Question

5 of 55 of 5 Items

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

cheerful
cheerful

mysterious
mysterious

humorous
humorous

relaxed

Answer 1

The word that best describes the tone of the passage is "mysterious." The passage sets a scene with elements like the strange object on the stoop and the truck disappearing into darkness, which creates a sense of intrigue and uncertainty.