Mood, Tone, Voice & Theme Flashcard

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What is the best definition of THEME?

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A universal truth, moral, or idea that the author wants to express.

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Which of the following could be a theme of a story?

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Your past does not define you.

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What is the tone of the following text? 'I don't care what they say. There's totally something out there,' she whispered.

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Spooky

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Which word best describes the tone of this note? 'Dear Dad, Congratulations on completing your first marathon! I know you set this goal a long time ago, and you worked really hard to achieve it. You have shown me that if I work hard, I can achieve my goals, too! -Kaleb'

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Proud

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True or False: Since we cannot hear the author's voice, we must infer (or hypothesize) the tone by studying the author's choice of words.

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True

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What is TONE in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is VOICE in writing?

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The unique style or perspective of the author that expresses their personality and character.

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How can you identify the THEME of a story?

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By analyzing the main events, characters' actions, and the author's message.

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What is the difference between TONE and MOOD?

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Tone refers to the author's attitude, while mood refers to the emotional atmosphere experienced by the reader.

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Give an example of a theme related to friendship.

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True friendship endures despite challenges.