Test 2 Revision

What is the purpose of tone and mood in literature?

• determine the author's favorite characters

• analyze the atmosphere and emotions created by the author

• identify the plot

• understand the history of the text

Tone...

• refers to the author's attitude

• refers to the reader's attitude

Mood...

• refers to the author's attitude

• refers to the reader's attitude

Diction in literature is referring to

• the author's choice of words and phrases

• the rhythm and flow of the writing

• overall structure of the story

• the context of the story

the atmosphere in reference to tone and mood mean:

• the physical environment described in the story

• the overall emotional feeling created by the story

• the historical period in which the story takes place

• the conflict between the characters

Which of the following represents a melancholic tone?

• excited

• happy

• sad

• peaceful

what is the purpose of using motifs and symbolism in literature?

• to confuse the reader

• to add depth and meaning to the story

• to make the story longer

• to entertain the reader

example of a motif is:

• red rose symbolising love

• recurring mention of clocks and time

• character wearing a hat

• dove representing peace

What is the relationship between motifs and themes in a story?

• motif develops the theme of a story

• motifs are the central idea of the theme

• they are not realted

what is meant when a particular motif or symbol are "context dependent"?

• the motif or symbol can be interpreted differently based on the specific circumstances of the text

• the motif or symbol is only used in specific literary genres

• the motif or the symbol is only relevant to a particular time period

• both have unchanged and fixed meanings