Do Now: Tone & Diction

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What is Tone in writing?

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

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What is Diction?

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Diction is the choice of words and phrases in speech or writing, which can affect the tone and meaning.

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What is an Optimistic Tone?

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An optimistic tone expresses hopefulness and confidence about the future.

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What is a Confident/Assertive Tone?

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A confident/assertive tone conveys certainty and decisiveness in the author's message.

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What does a Serious/Concerned Tone indicate?

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A serious/concerned tone shows that the author is addressing a significant issue or expressing worry.

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What is an Excited/Positive Tone?

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An excited/positive tone conveys enthusiasm and joy about a situation or event.

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What is a Nostalgic Tone?

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A nostalgic tone reflects a sentimental longing for the past.

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What is a Pessimistic Tone?

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A pessimistic tone expresses doubt or negativity about the future.

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How can you identify the tone of a sentence?

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You can identify the tone by analyzing the word choice, context, and emotional connotation of the language used.

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What is the effect of Tone on a reader?

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Tone can influence the reader's emotional response and interpretation of the text.