Tone/Mood
the author’s attitude
What is tone?
the underlying message or big idea of a talk, book, film, or other work
What is theme?
a narrator’s particular attitude toward or way of regarding something
What is narrator's perspective?
This type of irony happens when the opposite of what is expected actually occurs.
What is situational irony?
the reader's feelings
What is mood?
an idea that applies to anyone, anywhere, regardless of cultural differences
When an author uses detailed descriptions of hardship to make readers feel sympathy, this shows their perspective of being…
What is compassionate or empathetic?
When a character says something but means the opposite, it is called this.
What is verbal irony?
Identify the tone: "Wow, that was so helpful," she said, rolling her eyes.
Identify the theme: "Despite their differences, the two boys learned that loyalty mattered more than winning."
An author who presents facts without showing strong emotions or opinions is showing this type of perspective.
What is objective or neutral?
This irony occurs when the audience knows something the characters do not.
What is dramatic irony?
Identify the tone: "The golden sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the quiet village."
What is peaceful/nostalgic?
Identify the universal theme: "No matter how many roads he took to avoid it, every choice led him back to the moment he had tried so hard to escape."
What is the inevitability of fate?
When an author uses optimistic language to suggest progress and hope, their perspective can be described as…
What is hopeful or positive?
In a story, a fire station burning down is an example of this kind of irony.
What is situational irony?
Identify the mood: "Sirens blared in the distance while smoke curled into the sky, casting everything in a gray haze."
What is grim/dark/chaotic?
Identify the universal theme: "As the machines made more decisions for him, he began to wonder if he was still in control of his own life—or if he had already given that up without noticing."
What is the conflict between humans and advancements in technology?
If an author consistently points out flaws in a character’s decisions, revealing their disapproval, this shows a…
What is judgmental or critical perspective?
If a character says, “Great weather we’re having!” during a thunderstorm, this is an example of…
What is verbal irony?