Mood and Tone Flashcard

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What is tone in writing?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude or feelings towards the subject matter of the writing.

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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 feeling that the reader experiences from the text.

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How can you identify the tone of a text?

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You can identify the tone by analyzing the author's word choice, sentence structure, and the emotions conveyed through the writing.

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What tone is conveyed by excitement in dialogue?

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Excitement in dialogue is often conveyed through exclamation marks, enthusiastic language, and positive expressions.

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What does a humorous tone imply?

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A humorous tone implies that the author intends to entertain the reader, often using wit, irony, or exaggeration.

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What is an example of a tone that evokes sadness?

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A tone that evokes sadness may use words that describe loss, despair, or longing.

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What is the tone of a celebratory text?

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The tone of a celebratory text is usually joyful, positive, and uplifting.

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How does the tone affect the reader's experience?

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The tone shapes the reader's emotional response and influences how they interpret the text.

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What is the tone of the poem 'A Birthday' by Christina Rossetti?

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The tone of the poem 'A Birthday' conveys happiness and joy.

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.