Passage (Literature)

She read the letter twice, folded it carefully, and placed it in the drawer where she kept things she could neither throw away nor bear to look at. Outside, children were laughing. She closed the window.

Question

Which word best describes the mood of the passage?

Options

• (A) Playful
• (B) Hostile
• (C) Hopeful
• (D) Sorrowful

Answer

(D) Sorrowful

Solution

1. The letter is kept with things she cannot throw away or bear to look at, which signals painful memories.
2. Closing the window shuts out the laughter, which shows she does not share the cheerful mood outside.
3. These details create a sad, reflective mood, so sorrowful is correct.