Mood vs Tone Flashcard

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood refers to how a piece of literature makes the reader feel. It is the emotional atmosphere created by the author.

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What is tone in literature?

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

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Identify a positive mood.

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Joyful, serene, or hopeful.

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Identify a negative mood.

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Sad, anxious, or angry.

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What is an example of a tone that is authoritative?

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A tone that commands respect and implies seriousness, such as 'You must complete your assignment by tomorrow.'

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What is an example of a tone that is sarcastic?

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A tone that uses irony to mock or convey contempt, such as 'Oh great, another rainy day!'.

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How can you identify the mood of a passage?

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Look for descriptive language and emotional cues that indicate how the author wants the reader to feel.

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How can you identify the tone of a passage?

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Analyze the author's word choice, sentence structure, and the overall attitude conveyed in the writing.

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What is the difference between mood and tone?

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Mood is about the reader's feelings, while tone is about the author's attitude.

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Which of the following is a negative tone?

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Angry, cynical, or harsh.