Tone vs Mood Practice

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What is MOOD in literature?

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The overall feeling or atmosphere created by a work of literature; heavily influenced by the setting; reader-centered.

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What is TONE in literature?

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The attitude a writer takes towards the subject or the reader; writer-centered.

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Identify the MOOD: 'Wow! That has to be the tallest roller coaster I have ever seen. I cannot wait to get in line and ride it! Let’s go!'

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Eager.

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Identify the MOOD: 'Len tiptoed down the dark hall, conscious of the squeaky board he knew was there. He could hear someone talking downstairs and hoped they wouldn’t hear his footsteps or his breathing, which seemed to be thunderously loud.'

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Nervous.

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Identify the TONE: 'As soon as we walked in the door, we felt at home. The hostess rushed to the door to greet us and quickly introduced us to several other people who were open and welcoming.'

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Friendly.

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Identify the MOOD: 'The school hallway buzzed with excitement as students chatted and laughed between classes. Posters lined the walls, advertising upcoming events and clubs.'

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Cheerful.

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How does setting influence MOOD?

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Setting can create an atmosphere that evokes specific feelings in the reader, such as joy, fear, or nostalgia.

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What is an example of a word that describes MOOD?

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Eager, Nervous, Cheerful.

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What is an example of a word that describes TONE?

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Friendly, Sarcastic, Remorseful.

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How can a writer convey TONE in their writing?

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Through word choice, sentence structure, and the details they include.