Tone
Define "Tone"
Define "figurative language."
Language that is not literally true; often a comparison of two unlike things or an exaggeration.
Giving a non-human creature or object human-like traits
Personification
Identify which word is formal and which is informal.
Encourage; hype up
Encourage=Formal
Hype up=informal
Define "stage Directions."
Actions that an actor performs to go along with their spoken words. May also describe how the line is delivered.
Which of the following metaphors indicates a more positive tone towards winter? How can you tell?
1) Winter is a haven from the overwhelming noise and heat of summer.
2) Winter is a hook that pierces into you and forces you to stay frozen.
1, because "haven" is a positive word, and it makes summer sound bad.
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile? What do they have in common?
Both compare different things; they are different because similes include the words "like" or "as."
When one thing represents a different person, object, or idea.
Symbolism
Explain how you know which word is more formal.
Relax; decompress
"Relax" is more common in day-to-day speech (other answers may be accepted)
The speaker is most likely feeling...
Stage direction: (Eyes wide, smiling)
Line: "Wow, I love your music! Can I have an autograph?"
Excited, thrilled, happy, etc.
Explain why this simile creates a joyful tone towards spring:
The flower buds burst open like showers of confetti.
Is the following an example of figurative language?
Context: Macbeth learns of Lady M.'s death
"There would have been a time for such a word"
No
The following is an example of...
The full moon smiled down on the couple.
Personification
Match the word and the setting:
Words: Cool, awesome, exquisite, exemplary
Setting: art critic conference; chatting with friends
Chat: Cool, awesome
Conference: Exquisite, exemplary
A mother is cooking supper. Her toddler is in the kitchen as well.
Suggest a stage direction to match the line.
Mother: Annalise, NO!! You can't ever touch a hot stove; you could have burned your fingers!
Answers will vary
"I had a rough day"
vs.
"I had a terrible day"
How does changing the word "rough" to "terrible" change the tone?
Is this an example of figurative language?
Nina doesn't see her old classmates anymore; she has burned bridges with them because they always got into trouble when they were together.
Yes; they are not literally setting bridges on fire.
Repeated sounds in a series of words is called...
Example: The plump partridge pattered prettily in the park.
Alliteration
What type of figurative language is this an example of?
"It has been a billion years since we last talked!"
Hyperbole
How does Martha feel about her dog, and why are the stage directions important here?
Stage direction: (Martha smiles warmly)
Martha: My dog, Soup, is an idiot. He thinks every person in a blue shirt is the mailman.
Martha loves Soup, and the stage directions are important because her feelings don't match her words.
What is Lady Macbeth's tone towards Macbeth's fear? How do you know?
Context: Macbeth has just murdered King Duncan and is panicking.
Lady Macbeth: Infirm of purpose!... 'Tis the eye of childhood that fears a painted devil.
Angry, scornful, bitter, embarrassed, etc.
Define "hyperbole."
An exaggeration
An example of symbolism from Macbeth is...
Blood=guilt
Darkness=evil
Witches=fate
Ghosts=guilt
Describe at least one type of person/situation you would use formal language in. Do the same for informal language.
Formal: job interview, bosses, people you admire, older people, coaches, teachers, etc.
Informal: Friends & family, relaxing, etc.
How does Micah feel about Aaron getting the job?
(Micah folds his arms and stands up straighter, turning away)
Micah: Congratulations on the job, Aaron. I'm sure you'll be very good at it.
He is upset about it.