Question

Read the passage from "Times Have Changed."

Times always change, Granddad,
but don’t be sad. We always find a way
to live together.

Which word best describes the tone of the passage?

energetic
angry
sad
hopeful

Answer 1

Answer:

Hopeful

Explanation:

The tone of the given passage is hopeful. We can see that the Granddad is sad about changes that are going on, and his grandchild is trying to comfort him. They are not doing it in an energetic way but in more of a calm, compassionate way. They are not angry, nor do they share Granddad's sorrow. They are hopeful about their future together and are trying to make Granddad see that.

Answer 2

Answer:

Hopeful

Explanation:

Its hopeful, because it says "We will always find a way to live together" meaning there hopeful that they can find a way to live together. Also saying "don't be sad" means there hopeful and will find a way, meaning someone has passed or went away.