4.2.2 - Tone (Author's Attitude)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define tone in your own words.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the tone influences what you feel while reading.

Question 2

Easy

What effect does diction have on tone?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how different words can change the mood.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the definition of tone in poetry?

  • The emotional atmosphere of the poem
  • The author's attitude toward the subject
  • The structure of the poem

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how a poet might express their feelings.

Question 2

True or False: Mood and tone are interchangeable in poetry.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the distinctions we discussed in class.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze the poem 'Ifβ€”' by Rudyard Kipling. Identify various tones present and how they change throughout the poem.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look at the emotions each stanza evokes and how the author's attitude changes.

Question 2

Select a poem you love and write a paragraph that discusses its tone. Provide textual evidence to support your observations.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Pick key phrases that embody the tone and explain their impact.

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