Tone and Mood Flashcard

Front

What is tone in literature?

Back

Tone refers to the author's attitude or feelings towards the subject matter or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

Front

What is mood in literature?

Back

Mood is the emotional feeling or atmosphere that a reader experiences while reading a text.

Front

How can tone affect a reader's understanding of a text?

Back

Tone can influence how a reader interprets the emotions and intentions behind the words, shaping their overall understanding and response.

Front

What is an example of an excited tone?

Back

An excited tone can be seen in phrases like 'Wow! That was amazing!' which convey enthusiasm.

Front

What is an example of an angry tone?

Back

An angry tone can be expressed through statements like 'I can't believe this happened!' showing frustration.

Front

What is the difference between tone and mood?

Back

Tone is the author's attitude, while mood is the emotional response of the reader.

Front

What does connotation mean?

Back

Connotation refers to the implied or suggested meanings associated with a word, beyond its literal definition.

Front

What does denotation mean?

Back

Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, without any emotional associations.

Front

How can word choice affect tone?

Back

Word choice can create a specific tone by using positive, negative, or neutral language to convey feelings.

Front

What is an example of a calm tone?

Back

A calm tone might include phrases like 'Everything will be alright,' which conveys reassurance.