"The doctor told me that the major’s wife, who was very young and whom he had not married until he was definitely invalided out of the war, had died of pneumonia. She had been sick only a few days. No one expected her to die."
What is the mood of this passage? Cite examples from the passage to support your answer.
The mood of this passage is somber or melancholic. This is evident from the use of phrases such as "had died of pneumonia" and "No one expected her to die." These statements suggest a sense of sadness and loss. Additionally, the mention of the doctor imparting this information implies a seriousness and gravity to the situation. The overall tone of the passage evokes a feeling of grief or sadness.
