TONE!

TONE!

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English

12th Grade

Hard

CCSS
L.3.3A, RL.11-12.4, RI. 9-10.8

+12

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'tone' refer to in literature?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define 'callous' in the context of tone.

Back

Callous describes a tone that is unfeeling and insensitive to the emotions of others.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the meaning of 'apathetic' when describing a tone?

Back

Apathetic indicates a tone that is indifferent, showing a lack of energy or concern.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How would you describe a 'sincere' tone?

Back

A sincere tone is characterized by honesty and genuineness, without deceit or pretense.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a 'caustic' tone imply?

Back

A caustic tone implies an intense use of sarcasm, often stinging or biting in nature.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain the tone described as 'haughty'.

Back

A haughty tone conveys pride and vanity, often to the point of arrogance.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of tone in understanding a text?

Back

Tone helps readers interpret the author's intent and emotional context, influencing their understanding and engagement with the text.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

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