Mood & Tone Vocabulary

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What is tone?

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The author's overall attitude towards a subject.

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What is mood?

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The feelings or vibes brought out in the reader through an author's words and descriptions.

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What is the difference between tone and mood?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude, while mood refers to the emotional atmosphere experienced by the reader.

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How can an author create tone?

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Through word choice, descriptions, and language.

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Which of the following is NOT a way an author creates tone?

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What is an example of a word that conveys a positive tone?

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Joyful.

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What is an example of a word that conveys a negative tone?

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Angry.

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How does setting influence mood?

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The setting can create an emotional backdrop that affects how the reader feels.

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What is an example of a mood in literature?

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Suspenseful.

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What is the purpose of using descriptive language in creating mood?

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To evoke specific feelings and emotions in the reader.