7. Unit 6
Analyzing Tone And Shifts In Tone — Quiz
Test your understanding of analyzing tone and shifts in tone with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
In a paragraph, a writer begins with a serious tone and then becomes playful and humorous. What is this change called?
Question 2
Which word best describes the author’s attitude toward the subject?
Question 3
A speaker says, “This so-called ‘miracle’ is just another problem.” What tone is most likely suggested by the word “so-called”?
Question 4
Which detail most clearly shows a shift in tone?
Question 5
Why is it important to notice shifts in tone while reading an argument?