Mood and Tone

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude or feelings towards the subject matter or audience.

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What is mood in literature?

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The emotional atmosphere created by the author in a piece of writing.

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What does a negative tone indicate?

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It suggests that the author has a critical or unfavorable attitude towards the subject.

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What is an example of a positive tone?

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An enthusiastic or cheerful attitude expressed in the writing.

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What does 'arrogant' mean?

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Having an overbearing or superior attitude.

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What does 'apathetic' mean?

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Having or showing little emotion or interest.

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How can tone affect a reader's experience?

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Tone can influence how a reader feels about the characters and events in a story.

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What is an example of a text with an anxious tone?

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"I stepped into the blinding stage light. My heart was racing and I felt nauseous."

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What is the difference between tone and mood?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude, while mood refers to the emotional response of the reader.

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What does 'condescending' mean?

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Having a tone that shows a feeling of superiority.