Question

Read the following passage and consider the author's word choice. Which word best describes the mood the author is trying to establish?

She smiled and twirled, her eyes widening to take in the sights. Dazzling lights danced around her, laughter echoed in her ears, and the joyous rhythm of drums quickened the beating of her heart.

Embarrassment

Excitement

Fear

Jealousy

Answer 1

The correct answer is Excitement

Answer 2

It’s excitement because the key words shook to prove its excitement is smiled and twirled and eyes widening. Look for key words when it’s describing somebody so it’s B