Exploring the Concept of Tone in 8th Grade ELA

Mr. Johnson explains the concept of tone in writing, differentiating it from mood. He uses visual and textual examples to illustrate how tone is conveyed by authors. Students are encouraged to analyze a text from the Phineas Gage book to identify tone, using evidence to support their conclusions.

What is the primary focus of a careful, thoughtful reader according to Mr. Johnson?

• Understanding the plot

• Identifying the main characters

• Considering the tone

• Analyzing the setting

How does tone differ from mood?

• Tone is about the author's writing, mood is about the reader's feelings

• Tone is about the reader's feelings, mood is about the author's feelings

• Tone and mood are the same

• Tone is about the setting, mood is about the plot

Which of the following is NOT an example of a tone word?

• Amused

• Humorous

• Serious

• Happy

What is the main difference between the two images compared in the video?

• The size of the images

• The time period they were created

• The medium used to create them

• The color palette and the subject matter

What is the tone of Francisco Goya's painting 'Saturn Devouring His Son'?

• Light and humorous

• Bright and cheerful

• Dark and brooding

• Formal and serious

What technique does the author use to build tension in the Phineas Gage text?

• Using a lot of dialogue

• Describing the setting in detail

• Introducing new characters

• Hinting about what will happen and building details slowly

What is the tone of the paragraph describing Phineas Gage's accident?

• Gruesome

• Humorous

• Tense and exciting

• Calm and peaceful

What does the author use to create a 'shot of excitement' in the Phineas Gage text?

• A detailed description of the setting

• A sudden loud noise

• A surprising plot twist

• Onomatopoeia like 'blam'

Why does the author withhold details about the tampering iron going through Phineas Gage's head?

• To shorten the text

• To confuse the reader

• To build tension and make the reader wait

• To avoid graphic content

What should students do after reading the text in the video?

• Open the Google Form and answer the questions

• Discuss the text with a partner

• Write a summary of the text

• Draw a picture related to the text