Tone, Diction, Connotation

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What does 'diction' refer to in literature?

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Diction refers to an author's choice of words.

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How does diction affect tone?

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Diction uses specific words to set the tone of a piece of writing.

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What is the definition of 'connotation'?

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Connotation refers to the feelings that a word evokes, which can be positive, negative, or neutral.

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What is an example of a word with a negative connotation?

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The phrase 'squandered his time' has a negative connotation.

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Which word has a more positive connotation: 'weird', 'strange', or 'interesting'?

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The word 'interesting' carries a more positive connotation.

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What is 'denotation'?

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Denotation is the literal dictionary definition of a word.

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How can diction influence a reader's perception?

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Diction can influence a reader's perception by evoking specific emotions and creating a particular atmosphere.

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What is the relationship between tone and diction?

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Tone is the attitude of the writer, which is conveyed through their choice of diction.

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Can the same word have different connotations in different contexts?

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Yes, the same word can have different connotations depending on the context in which it is used.

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What is an example of positive connotation?

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The word 'youthful' has a positive connotation compared to 'childish'.