Mood, Tone, & Word Choice

What is word connotation?

• The grammatical structure of a word.

• The pronunciation of a word.

• The literal meaning of a word.

• Emotional or cultural associations of a word

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Which of the following is an example of tone in literature?

• exciting

• bitter

• melancholic

• joyful

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What is mood in poetry?

• The mood in poetry is the use of figurative language in a poem.

• The mood in poetry is the theme or subject matter of a poem.

• The mood in poetry is the atmosphere or emotional tone of a poem.

• The mood in poetry is the rhythm or meter of a poem.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In fiction, word choice is important because it:

• Develops the dialogue, plot, and resolution.

• Establishes the setting, plot, and climax.

• Creates tone, atmosphere, and characterization

• Sets the plot, theme, and conflict.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Which of the following is an example of tone in persuasive writing?

• sarcastic

• informative

• emotional

• authoritative

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What is the connotation of the word 'eccentric'?

• normal

• unconventional

• typical

• ordinary

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following words has a positive connotation?

• angry

• sad

• depressed

• joyful

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the tone of the following sentence: 'The sun was shining, birds were singing, and flowers were blooming.'

• confused and uncertain

• negative and pessimistic

• neutral and indifferent

• positive and optimistic

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What is the mood of the following poem: 'Dark clouds loom overhead, casting a shadow on my heart. Tears fall like rain, washing away all hope.'

• Happiness

• Excitement

• Sadness

• Anger

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In persuasive writing, word choice can be used to:

• Provide factual evidence and statistics

• Use complex and technical language

• Ignore the audience's needs and interests

• Influence the audience's emotions, create a sense of urgency, establish credibility, and appeal to their values and beliefs.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8