The tone is easy to hear but more challenging to detect in written texts. Users of this interactive learn how to closely observe the diction and words writers use to convey their feelings about their subject. They examine passages that have been highlighted to point out the words that create the tone of the piece and then complete interactive exercises that check their comprehension.

Concepts

close reading, prose, tone, irony, diction

Show More Show Less

Instructional Ideas

• Ask class members to select s tone-rich passage and then change some of the diction to create an entirely different tone

Classroom Considerations

• Ninth out of ten exercises in an interactive reading set
• Users must have access to devices with internet
• Although designed for remote learning, the lesson may also be used in class

Pros

• If users click the correct words in the practice exercises, the words highlight

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.9-10.4