Analyzing Word Choice and Author’s Purpose in Short Stories

Question 1

What tone is created by the words underlined in the passage?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

frustrated and worried

Question 2

How do the underlined words create meaning?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by emphasizing the fisherman’s desperate situation

Question 3

Which group of words from the passage appeal to sight?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

carcase, rubbish, and mud

Question 4

How does the author’s use of the underlined words create meaning?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The imagery explains why the fisherman is distraught.

Question 5

Which phrases from the passage convey a comforting tone? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

“Best Beloved”; “graciously waving”; “And so that was all right”

Analyzing Word Choice and Author’s Purpose in Short Stories Answers