Tone and Mood

Front

What is tone in writing?

Back

Tone refers to the writer's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.3.3A

Front

What is mood in literature?

Back

Mood is the emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, influencing how the reader feels.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What tone would you use to write a letter to your grandmother?

Back

Warm and heartfelt.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

Which sentence has the most energetic tone?

Back

"It is raining heavily, and I don't have an umbrella; let's splash and have fun!"

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

Identify words that determine tone in a passage.

Back

Words like 'dragged' and 'slouched' indicate a negative or heavy tone.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the mood in a passage where a character is escaping danger?

Back

The mood is likely to be scary or tense.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

Which term means 'the writer's attitude'?

Back

Tone.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

How can word choice affect tone?

Back

Word choice can convey emotions and attitudes, shaping the reader's perception of the text.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is an example of a formal tone?

Back

A formal tone is used in business letters or academic papers, characterized by proper language and structure.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is an example of a cheerful mood?

Back

A passage describing a sunny day at the beach with laughter and fun creates a cheerful mood.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.8.4