CELPIP Vocabulary for Tone 4

Question 1

Which word makes feedback sound encouraging?

Accepted Answer

Promising

Answer

'Promising' highlights potential and encourages improvement.

Question 2

'Kindly refrain from using the kitchen after 9 PM.' The tone is:

Accepted Answer

Politely firm

Answer

'Kindly refrain' delivers a firm rule in a polite way.

Question 3

Which word signals an apologetic tone?

Accepted Answer

Regret

Answer

'Regret' expresses apology for something gone wrong.

Question 4

A review reads 'mediocre at best.' The tone is:

Accepted Answer

Critical

Answer

'Mediocre at best' conveys a disappointed, critical tone.

Question 5

Which word best conveys warmth in a thank-you note?

Accepted Answer

Heartfelt

Answer

'Heartfelt' adds genuine warmth and sincerity.

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