Question

Read the following paragraph from "From Behind the Veil". She threw her cloak on one side, and went to help her mother with the housework. She flattered her mother, made herself agreeable, and took delight in carrying out her orders and her arrangements. When her father returned home from work she welcomed him with s smiling face, then she went to her room to get with her studies. Which word best describes the mood created by these sentences? euphoric pleased satisfied surprised

Answer 1

A. euphoric

If you have ever been in a good mood, then you will recognize the actions of the girl.  When in a good mood, one is prone to pay compliments, not argue, and do things that would typically be met with resistance.  One will also smile more frequently and be more social.  As such, the girls actions create a sense of euphoria that is not only felt by her, but readers.