Mood & Tone

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What is Tone?

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Tone is the feeling the AUTHOR was trying to show in a piece of writing.

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What is Mood?

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Mood is the feeling YOU, the reader, gets from the text.

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Why is Tone important?

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Tone is important because when the author shows you the characters' tone, you get a better idea of who the characters are as people.

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Why is Mood important?

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Mood is important because it helps YOU get involved in the story and feel the emotions of the story.

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What Tone best fits an irritated character?

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An irritated character may express frustration, annoyance, or anger.

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How can Tone affect a story?

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Tone can influence how readers perceive characters and events, shaping their emotional response.

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What are some examples of Tone?

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Examples of Tone include sarcastic, joyful, somber, and angry.

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What are some examples of Mood?

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Examples of Mood include suspenseful, cheerful, melancholic, and tense.

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How can you identify Tone in a text?

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You can identify Tone by looking at word choice, sentence structure, and the author's attitude towards the subject.

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How can you identify Mood in a text?

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You can identify Mood by considering the emotions you feel while reading and the imagery used.