Tone and Mood

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude or feelings towards the subject matter or audience.

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How can tone be identified in a piece of writing?

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By analyzing the author's choice of words, sentence structure, and overall attitude towards the subject.

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What are some common tones found in literature?

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serious, humorous, romantic, tragic, ironic, and nostalgic

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How can an author create a specific tone in their writing?

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By using specific words, sentence structure, and literary devices.

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What is mood in a short story?

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Atmosphere or emotional tone

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How does the mood of a short story affect the reader's experience?

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The mood of a short story affects the reader's experience by creating a specific atmosphere or emotional tone.

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What are some techniques used to establish the mood in a short story?

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Setting, tone, imagery, and dialogue.

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What is the tone of the passage: 'The sun was shining, birds were chirping, and flowers bloomed in the meadow.'?

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Positive and cheerful

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What is the mood of the passage: 'The dark clouds loomed overhead, casting a shadow over the desolate landscape.'?

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gloomy

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Identify the tone in the following sentence: 'I can't believe you did that!'

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disbelief or shock