Definitions
(choose either mood or tone) The feeling or atmosphere that the writer creates for the reader.
Mood
Can mood change as the story develops? Yes or no
Yes
Does tone deal with the author or the reader?
Author
(choose either mood or tone) The writer has a strong viewpoint on keeping a wild animal as a pet.
Tone
True or False: Mood has something to do with the writer's attitude
False
True or False: Tone has something to do with how you feel as a reader.
False
(choose either mood or tone) You cry at the end of a tragic movie.
Mood
Read the passage then identify your mood. "The hallway was completely silent as I waited outside the principal’s office. Every sound felt too loud, from my own breathing to the squeak of my shoes on the floor. I kept checking the clock, wishing the seconds would move faster. My stomach twisted as I wondered what would happen next."
Tense, etc.
Read the passage then identify the tone. " I couldn’t wait to get to school this morning because today was the class field trip. The sun was shining, everyone was laughing, and even the bus ride felt exciting. I kept thinking about all the fun things we were going to see and do. It felt like the day was going to be one of the best all year."
Cheerful etc.
(choose either mood or tone) Which one can be misinterpreted?
Tone
define mood
The feeling or atmosphere that the writer creates for the reader.
Tone refers to the author's ________ toward a character, subject or audience. Fill in the blank
Attitude
Can your mood and the writer's tone be different? Yes or no.
Yes
Tell me a short sentence evoking a mood of haunting.
.
Which words and phrases best show the frustrated tone in the passage below? " I have read the instructions three times, and they still don’t make any sense. No matter how hard I try, the problem won’t work out the way it’s supposed to. It’s annoying to spend so much time on something that should be simple. At this point, I just want it to be over."
It's annoying to spend so much time on something that should be simple.