Tone & Mood

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What is tone in literature?

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Tone is the author's attitude toward the subject or story, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is the emotional atmosphere of a story, or how the story makes the reader feel.

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How can tone affect a reader's interpretation of a text?

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Tone can influence how a reader perceives characters, events, and the overall message of the text.

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What are some common examples of tone?

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Common tones include optimistic, pessimistic, sarcastic, formal, informal, and whimsical.

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What is an objective tone?

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An objective tone is neutral and factual, without personal feelings or opinions.

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What is a whimsical tone?

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A whimsical tone is playful, fanciful, and often light-hearted, evoking a sense of imagination.

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How can word choice indicate tone?

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Word choice can reveal tone by conveying emotions, attitudes, and levels of formality.

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What are some techniques authors use to create mood?

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Authors create mood through descriptive language, imagery, setting, and dialogue.

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How does setting influence mood?

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Setting can create mood by establishing the time, place, and atmosphere, affecting how readers feel.

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What role does imagery play in establishing mood?

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Imagery uses descriptive language to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind, enhancing emotional responses.