Mood & Tone Vocabulary

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What is tone?

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The author's overall attitude towards a subject.

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What is mood?

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The feelings or vibes brought out in the reader through an author's words and descriptions.

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Which of the following is NOT a way an author creates tone?

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How can word choice affect tone?

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Word choice can convey emotions and attitudes, influencing how the reader perceives the author's message.

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What role do descriptions play in establishing mood?

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Descriptions create imagery that evokes feelings in the reader, setting the emotional atmosphere of the text.

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How does language contribute to tone?

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Language, including syntax and diction, shapes the author's attitude and can create a formal, informal, serious, or playful tone.

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What is an example of a word that conveys a positive tone?

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Joyful.

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What is an example of a word that conveys a negative tone?

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Gloomy.

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How can the setting influence the mood of a story?

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The setting can create an atmosphere that evokes specific emotions, such as fear in a dark forest or calm in a sunny meadow.

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What is the difference between tone and mood?

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Tone is the author's attitude towards the subject, while mood is the emotional response of the reader.