Analyzing Tone in Literary Excerpts

The video tutorial introduces the concept of tone, explaining it as the author's attitude toward the subject. It provides examples to illustrate how tone can change the meaning of a message. The tutorial analyzes tone in literature excerpts, highlighting how word choice and syntax affect tone. It concludes with a multiple choice question to reinforce understanding of tone in writing.

What is tone in writing?

• The author's attitude toward the subject

• The plot of the story

• The main idea of the text

• The setting of the story

Which of the following sentences has a kinder tone?

• Caden, why haven't you done your assignments yet?

• Caden, you need to complete your assignments immediately.

• Caden, have you checked in your Google classroom for your assignments today? I know you're gonna do a great job.

• Hey Caden, you haven't been on Google classroom all day. You better do your assignments right now.

What should a reader study to identify the author's tone?

• The number of characters

• The length of the sentences

• The words and phrases used by the author

• The plot and setting

What is the tone in the passage from 'Charlotte's Web'?

• Annoyed

• Excited

• Suspenseful

• Peaceful and accepting

What is the tone in the passage from 'Michael V'?

• Calm

• Suspenseful

• Joyful

• Sentimental

What is the tone in the passage from 'Freak the Mighty'?

• Angry

• Sentimental

• Humorous

• Scared

How does the word 'vent' affect the tone of the sentence?

• It conveys the importance of journaling to manage impatience

• It conveys the importance of learning how to calm yourself

• It conveys the danger of not managing frustrations

• It conveys the strength of emotions that can cause impatience

Which of the following is NOT a way to express tone in writing?

• Font size

• Adjectives and adverbs

• Imagery

• Syntax

What is the importance of identifying the author's tone?

• To understand the plot better

• To count the number of characters

• To infer the author's attitude toward the subject

• To know the setting of the story

What should you ensure about your tone when writing or speaking?

• It matches the reader's expectations

• It is humorous and light-hearted

• It is formal and complex

• It conveys the intended message to the reader or listener