Theme, Mood, and Tone

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What is the theme of a story?

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The lesson learned or message of a story.

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What is mood in literature?

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Emotions audience feels from a given passage.

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What is tone in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience.

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Give an example of a theme: Don't be greedy.

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This theme teaches the importance of sharing and not being selfish.

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Give an example of a theme: Help others because what goes around comes around.

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This theme emphasizes kindness and the idea that good deeds will return to you.

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What does it mean to analyze the mood of a story?

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To examine how the story's language and events create feelings in the reader.

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How can tone affect a story?

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Tone can influence how readers perceive characters and events.

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What is an example of a mood?

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A feeling of suspense or excitement in a thrilling story.

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What is an example of tone?

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A sarcastic tone can make a serious situation seem humorous.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for repeated ideas or messages throughout the story.