Mood and Tone

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What is 'tone' in a story?

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The author, narrator, or speaker's attitude toward a subject.

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What does a positive tone indicate?

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It conveys feelings of happiness, excitement, or optimism.

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What does a negative tone indicate?

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It conveys feelings of sadness, anger, or pessimism.

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What is 'mood' in literature?

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The overall feeling or atmosphere that a piece of writing evokes in the reader.

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How can tone affect the reader's experience?

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It shapes how the reader feels about the characters and events.

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What is an example of a word with a positive tone?

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Joyful.

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What is an example of a word with a negative tone?

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Despairing.

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Can mood and tone be the same?

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Yes, but they can also be different.

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What is the effect of using the word 'wished' in a sentence?

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It creates a hopeful tone.

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What is the effect of using the word 'gloomy' in a sentence?

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It creates a negative tone.