Global MCQ Practice
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Tone Register IdentificationSet 5

1Who is the audience when you are reading a passage or text?
2(Passage #3) What is the overall tone of this excerpt?
3What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?A poem about a garbage truck that uses a lot of onomatopoeia
4Judy Glen's amazing Wrinkle Remover cream will make you look younger in thirty days or less. This remarkable cream has special ingredients to make your wrinkles disappear. The cost for a thirty day supply is $ 25.99. Send your check to P.O. Box, Shelton, CA 55555What is the author's purpose for this text?
5In "The Tell-Tale Heart", what did the narrator try to convince you that he was NOT?
6Which two words best describe Mistress's tone in paragraph 23?
7"It was a beautiful day in May. The fragrances of spring were in the air. The sun was setting" (40)What is the mood of this passage? What word or phrase best supports your answer?
8Read the text summary and determine if it is scientific, historical, or technical.An article describing the accidental invention ofpopsicles by Frank Epperson
9Who is the primary audience for this piece?
10"Belief is the key. It conquers all. Belief can be medicine to the body, tonic to the mind, and salve to the soil. Simply believe, and anything is possible."
11Dear Dad,Congratulations on completing your first marathon! I know you set this goal a long time ago, and you worked really hard to achieve it. You have shown me that if I work hard, I can achieve my goals, too!-KalebWhich word best describes the tone of this note?
12In the beginning of the poem, the poet is .....
13What message does Tutu convey when he says, 'A person is a person through other persons'?
14Frogs are amphibians. They can live on either land or in water. A frog can lay thousands of eggs called frog spawn. What is the author's purpose? Is this literary or informational text?
15Based on the passage, the author's childhood can most likely be described as:
16In 1803, Lewis and Clark agreed to travel west and explore for President Thomas Jefferson. Sacagawea joined them on their exploration. They made maps, drew the plants and animals they saw, and explored rivers. It took them two years to travel from Washington, D.C. to the Pacific Ocean. What is the author's purpose?
17Fill in the blank: The point of view or opinion of the writer is called the .....
18Intermediate Math Problems for Students by M. Colwell This workbook text explains how to perform basic mathematical operations, like double-digit addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It also explains fractions and decimals.WHAT IS THE GENRE?
19Author's purpose or author's perspective?In the author's opinion, what should be done to: .....?
20What feeling does Robert express to his sister in his early letters?
21Climate change is a real issue concerning our planet. If we don't start recycling and stop polluting our air and waterways, our planet may not survive much longer. What is the author's viewpoint about the future of our planet?
22Fanda: "What do you think about pineapple on pizza?" Arjuna: "I can't stand it. Pineapple doesn't belong on pizza."What is Arjuna's opinion about pineapple on pizza?
23Author being BIAS in a passage
24What emotion does the speaker seem to feel when remembering that time?
25In a STAAR reading passage, what is the significance of the author's tone?
26Mrs. Norvell said, "Come to my office. We have a lot to talk about concerning your behavior."You can know that Mrs. Norvell feels
27Which of the following best describes the tone of 'The Incredible Shrinking Potion'?
28What is the tone of the following passage? The alarm buzzed. Jordan smashed her fist down on it ..... hard. It flew off the nightstand and bounced off her cat, Armstrong. The cat yowled indignantly and rocketed out the room.
29Read the passage and choose the word that best describes the tone. Alice got an A or her essayAnd, I don't understand why.She doesn't work as hardor write as well as I do.
30Which of these elements would you expect to see in a feature article?
31Skill 13:Determine the Tone, Purpose, or Course.The majority of the passages on the TOEFL test are factual passages presented without any emotion; the tone of this type of passage could be simply informational, explanatory, or factual.
32Based on the sentence 'Somewhat ironically, there are some proposed climate-cooling experiments-so-called geoengineering techniques-that propose making clouds by releasing sulphate particles into the upper atmosphere,' what is the author's attitude towards the idea of these specialists?
33You should eat ice cream because it is so good. You can choose from many flavors. You can eat it in a bowl or in a delicious cone. What is the author's purpose?
34You step outside your tent, awakened by the chirping of birds. The sun has not risen, but the brightness of the day was slowly washing over the island. You walk on the seemingly endless trail of white sand. The tide was low, and the sand was soft and cold on your feet. You watched the waves crash softly on the shore, washing off your dainty footprints. Which of the following describes the mood of the passage?
35The writer of this passage might best be described as a:
36She hesitated, listening for sounds of the creature. The forest seemed empty, but she could sense something else out there. Something watching and waiting.What is the mood of the passage?
37Read the excerpt: "One other thing I probably should tell you because if I don't, they'll probably be saying this about me too-we did get something, a gift, after the election." What tone does Nixon establish in this statement?
38There are several types of organelles in a cell. Mitochondria is one such organelle
39INDIGO PET STORE, SOUTHSQUARE MALL: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are loving, low-maintenance pets that anyone would enjoy having. For the low price of $ 17.99, you could have a new furry friend. Stop by and see us in the mall today!
40Tone / attitude questions:
41Which of the following best describes the writer's tone in the passage for Text 2?
42In Text 2, what is the writer's perspective on the role of sports in education?
43Landfills are overflowing with garbage created by people who are too lazy to recycle single use plastic water bottles. Those individuals should purchase refillable bottles or recycle the plastic bottles. It is easy to recycle and it is the responsible thing to do. What is the author's perspective on recycling?
44My fondest childhood memory is from my family vacation to Ventura, California. My parents and I walked the beaches at sunset, went hunting for crabs at night, and ate the most delicious tacos on the pier. It was a great time!
45If an author's tone is ironic, the reader should
46What is the narrator's contribution to the lodge's operations?
47What is the tone that the writer has towards money?
48What is the author's purpose for this text?Marsupials are a type of mammal. Female Marsupials have a pocket that they use for carrying and protecting their babies. Most marsupials, such as Kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas live in Australia. The only marsupial native to North American is the opossum.
49Sam woke up late, spilled toothpaste on his shirt, and missed the bus. His sister accidentally took his lunch to school, instead of her own.Sam probably feels:
50The author's attitude toward technology is:
51"I think cheese is horrible. It smells bad and I do not like the texture."What is the author's viewpoint on cheese?
52What is the author's purpose?Trying to convince the audience to support the Georgia Bulldogs instead of the Auburn Tigers.
53Which of the following statements best describes the difference in the tone of the two passages?
54In a social science passage, what is the tone likely to be?
55Are you a teacher? Do you give homework? Have you considered alternatives to nightly homework assignments? Research has shown that nightly homework may not be as effective as once thought. Consider your homework plan, and see if there are ways to lessen the burden of homework while still maintaining. What is the author's purpose in the paragraph above?
56What is the author's purpose in referring to the reader as "Best Beloved"?
57What is the tone of the narrator in the following paragraph?"The eyes had clearly come apart from the rest of him and were on their own. My heart pounded and my breath choked in my windpipe. I had stumbled on an accidental mention of a totally unfamiliar race."
58The reader can tell that Miss Franny is
59Dear Karen,I wanted to tell you the great news! The doctors think that they were successful at removing all of the cancer cells. I have to return for tests once a year, but I believe that the cancer is gone from my body!-AmyWhich word best describes the tone of this note?
60What was Chillingworth's attitude toward Hester?
61A book containing the best jokes