Worksheet on Neutral Tones in Modern Fiction
English
Grade 8
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A worksheet focusing on Neutral Tones within modern fiction, featuring a substantial extract and creative writing tasks for Grade 8 students.
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Worksheet on Neutral Tones in Modern Fiction
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Reading Passage: Neutral Tones in Modern Fiction
In the quiet of the evening, as the horizon faded into a dull gray, she sat by the window, contemplating the remnants of what once was. The air was thick with unspoken words, and the shadows cast by the setting sun seemed to mirror the melancholy within her. Memories drifted like ash on the wind—fleeting, insubstantial, yet painfully present. The room, once filled with laughter and warmth, now echoed with silence. Outside, the rain began to fall softly, each drop tapping a mournful rhythm against the glass, as if lamenting the loss of brighter days. Her gaze lingered on the withered flowers in the vase, a symbol of fading hope and love lost to time. The world outside remained shrouded in a muted palette of grays and blues, reflecting her innermost feelings—a landscape of resignation and quiet despair.
1.
Identify two images that convey the mood of the passage.
[2 marks]2.
What tone does the author establish in this extract? Support your answer with evidence.
[3 marks]3.
What literary device is used in the phrase 'memories drifted like ash on the wind'?
[2 marks]4.
Describe the significance of the rain in the passage.
[2 marks]5.
Analyze how the color palette (grays and blues) reflects the narrator's inner feelings.
[5 marks]6.
Identify and explain the use of one literary device in the description of the sunset and shadows.
[3 marks]7.
How does the setting contribute to the overall theme of loss in the passage?
[3 marks]8.
Based on the extract, suggest a possible title for a modern fiction story that explores similar themes.
[2 marks]B
Creative Writing Task: Expressing Melancholy
Write a short story or poem (around 20 lines) inspired by the themes and tone of the extract. Focus on creating vivid imagery and a reflective mood.
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Your task is to compose a piece that captures feelings of loss and resignation, using imagery and tone similar to the extract. Include at least three descriptive images.
[10 marks]2.
Checklist: Before submitting, ensure your piece includes:
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