Mood, Tone, Connotation, Figurative Language

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What is connotation?

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A meaning that is implied by a word apart from the thing which it describes.

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What is denotation?

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It refers to the literal meaning of a word, like in a dictionary.

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What mood is described by the sentence: 'She couldn't find her father anywhere. All the faces that passed by were unfamiliar to her.'?

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Nervous.

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Which word could be used in a connotation example?

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Childish, Childlike, Immature (All of the above).

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What is the tone of the sentence: 'The carnival lights were so bright!'?

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Excited.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Connotation refers to the implied meaning, while denotation refers to the literal meaning.

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Give an example of figurative language.

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Metaphor: 'Time is a thief.'

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What does tone refer to in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience.

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What is mood in a literary context?

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The emotional atmosphere created by a piece of writing.

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How can word choice affect tone?

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Different words can convey different emotions and attitudes, altering the tone.