What's the tone? 1
“My sister misplaced my sweater, but I have plenty more.”
accepting, forgiving
“My sister took my sweater without asking.”
irritated
“Thanks for everything,” I muttered. “I really appreciate it.”
sarcastic, irritated
Thanks, dude!
informal
Which writing style describes a person, place, or thing in detail
(expository, descriptive, persuasive, or narrative)?
descriptive
“My sister stole my sweater, so I stole her best friend.”
vengeful, angry
“My sister took my sweater even though she never lets me borrow anything.”
pouty, whining
“Thanks for everything,” I demanded. “I really appreciate it.”
pushy, demanding, bossy
I appreciate your concern. I will work with you to find an acceptable solution.
formal
Which writing style is used to convince the reader to adopt the writer's point of view on an issue
(expository, descriptive, persuasive, or narrative)?
persuasive
“My sister borrowed my sweater yesterday.”
neutral
“My sister destroyed my favorite sweater; it was irreplaceable, knitted by my now-deceased great-grandmother.”
heartbroken/devastated, furious
“Thanks for everything,” I sobbed joyfully. “I really appreciate it.”
grateful, relieved, thankful
Hey! Would y'all like something to drink?
informal
Which writing style is used to tell a story
(expository, descriptive, persuasive, or narrative)?
narrative
“My sister lost my favorite sweater, but she’s buying me a new one and it’s going to be even better than the last one.”
positive, forgiving, hopeful
“My sister doesn’t care about anyone else, so she took my sweater without asking, and never returned it.”
resentful, angry
“Thanks for everything,” I laughed. “I really appreciate it.”
amused, happy
Can I get you a beverage? Tea or ice water, perhaps?
formal
Which writing style is factual and used to inform people about something
(expository, descriptive, persuasive, or narrative)?
expository