Tone & Mood

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What is tone?

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The author or narrator's attitude about the topic.

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What is mood?

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The feeling the reader gets from a story.

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What is the mood of a passage that makes you feel happy and light-hearted?

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Joyful.

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What is the tone of a passage that expresses anger or frustration?

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Angry.

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How can you identify the tone of a passage?

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By looking at the author's word choice and the emotions conveyed.

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What is an example of a serious tone?

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A passage discussing a tragic event.

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What is an example of a humorous mood?

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A story that includes funny situations or characters.

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What effect does mood have on a reader?

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It influences how the reader feels while reading.

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What is the difference between tone and mood?

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Tone is the author's attitude; mood is the reader's feeling.

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What type of language can create a sad mood?

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Descriptive language that evokes feelings of loss or sorrow.