Additional Info:
Skill: Tone and Mood
Standard: CCSS RL.7.4 – Determine the meaning of words and phrases; analyze how the author’s word choice shapes tone and mood.
CEFR Level: B1
Difficulty Level: Easy, Medium, Difficult (Tiered)
The Grade 7 “Tone and Mood” worksheet helps students distinguish between an author’s attitude (tone) and the atmosphere felt by the reader (mood).
Level A (Basic): Identify tone and mood in short descriptive excerpts.
Level B (Intermediate): Use multiple-choice questions to select accurate tone and mood descriptions.
Level C (Advanced): Explain word choice effects, compare tones and moods, and write an original sentence showing a specific tone and mood.
An answer key is included with clear descriptors and sample high-level responses.

