Read this passage:

"Also it was undoubtedly hot in the tunnel. Wisps of vapor floated up and past [Bilbo] and he began to sweat. A sound, too, began to throb in his ears, a sort of bubbling like the noise of a large pot galloping on the fire mixed with a rumble as of a gigantic tom-cat purring."

Which words best describe the mood this passage creates?

A.
sad and wistful

B.
lonely and sorrowful

C.
tense and uncomfortable

D.
peaceful and pleasant
I think it's C. just want to check my answers though!

Question

Read this passage: 

"Also it was undoubtedly hot in the tunnel. Wisps of vapor floated up and past [Bilbo] and he began to sweat. A sound, too, began to throb in his ears, a sort of bubbling like the noise of a large pot galloping on the fire mixed with a rumble as of a gigantic tom-cat purring." 

Which words best describe the mood this passage creates?
 
 A.
sad and wistful
 
 B.
lonely and sorrowful
 
 C.
tense and uncomfortable
 
 D.
peaceful and pleasant
I think it's C. just want to check my answers though!

cherry17ann · Answer

My guess was originally C. but I posted it to make sure I was correct....