Tone and Mood

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What is Tone in literature?

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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 Mood in literature?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere of a piece of writing, how it makes the reader feel.

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How can you identify the tone of a passage?

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Look for descriptive language, word choice, and the overall feeling conveyed by the text.

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What tone is conveyed by the phrase 'I can't believe this is happening!'?

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Surprise or disbelief.

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What mood is created by a story set in a dark, stormy night?

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A tense or ominous mood.

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What is an example of a positive tone?

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Optimistic, cheerful, or enthusiastic.

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What is an example of a negative tone?

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Sarcastic, angry, or critical.

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How does word choice affect tone?

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Specific words can evoke different feelings and attitudes, shaping the tone of the text.

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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 emotional response.

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What tone is suggested by the phrase 'This is the worst day ever'?

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Frustration or disappointment.