Question

Directions: Write down the mood of the passage and explain your answer.

5. Katie used the blow-dryer to add volume to her hair. Then she curled it. She used eyeliner and makeup. She
chose the perfect outfit, and then threw it on the floor and chose another perfect outfit. Then she put on the other
perfect outfit that she had thrown on the floor. She looked at the time on her phone. Jacob would be here any
minute. Her pulse quickened. Her stomach felt uneasy. She was about to change her outfit again when the
doorbell rang.
What is the mood of this paragraph?
Why do you believe this? Explain your answer by referring to the text.

Answer 1

Katie was trying to get ready but she felt uneasy so I think the passage is the Katie was shy and/or Katie feels sick. Or Katie is feeling anxious.

Answer 2

The mood of this paragraph is anxious anticipation.The use of descriptive language such as "Her pulse quickened" and "Her stomach felt uneasy" creates a sense of nervousness and unease. Additionally, the repetition of changing outfits and the use of the word "perfect" suggests that Katie is striving for a certain level of perfection, which can add to the pressure and anxiety she is feeling. The sentence "Jacob would be here any minute" also adds to the sense of anticipation and nervousness. Finally, the abrupt interruption of the doorbell ringing suggests a sudden shift in the situation and further adds to the overall mood of anxious anticipation.