Tone & Diction
The author's attitude toward the subject or audience
What is tone
3 types of author's purpose
to inform, to persuade, to entertain
Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses.
what is anaphora
What is the name of Mrs. LoBianco's dog?
Mack
The author's choice of words and style of expression
What is diction
The unique style and personality reflected in writing.
author's voice
A short, personal story used to illustrate a point.
anecdote
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reflects emotion and attitude.
what is tone
News Article
to inform
A short saying expressing a general truth or advice.
What is Mrs. LoBianco's business name?
Beatin Retail
reflects word choice and style.
what is diction
type of text that entertains or conveys a message.
a fictional story
Is this an example of Anaphora?
We will rise from the golden hills of the West. We will rise from the windswept Northeast where our forefathers first realized revolution".
Yes
What college did Mrs. LoBianco go to?
Millersville University
type of diction uses sophisticated, professional language.
what is formal diction
An example of a text that persuades
answers vary
Is this an anecdote or proverb?
"My grandfather once told me about surviving a blizzard by digging a hole in the snow."
What town does Mrs. Lobianco live in?
Newport