Figurative Language Review Tone and Mood

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What is hyperbole?

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An extreme exaggeration used for emphasis or effect.

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What is personification?

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A figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What is the tone in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject, which can be conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in literature?

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The emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing, influencing how the reader feels.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is an example of hyperbole?

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'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What is an example of personification?

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'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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How does tone affect a piece of writing?

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Tone influences the reader's perception and emotional response to the text.

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How does mood affect a piece of writing?

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Mood shapes the reader's emotional experience and engagement with the story.