Poetry: Tone,Mood,Theme

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What is tone in poetry?

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

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What is mood in poetry?

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

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How does tone differ from mood?

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

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What is theme in poetry?

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Theme is the central idea or message that the poem conveys.

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What is an example of an excited tone?

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An excited tone can be seen in phrases like 'Wow! That’s amazing!' which express enthusiasm.

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What is an example of a determined mood?

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A determined mood can be illustrated by a character who perseveres despite challenges, like climbers pushing through exhaustion.

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How can word choice affect tone?

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

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What are some words that can describe tone?

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Some words that describe tone include joyful, sarcastic, serious, and playful.

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What are some words that can describe mood?

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Some words that describe mood include cheerful, gloomy, tense, and hopeful.

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How can imagery influence mood in poetry?

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Imagery creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, which can evoke specific emotions and set the mood.