Question

What is meant by “tone” in literature?

A.
the author’s diction and bias revealed through word choice
B.
the personality a reader can sense behind the author’s words
C.
the identification of who is telling the story in a narrative
D.
the attitude of the author, narrator, or speaker toward the subject or the reader

Answer 1

Answer:D

Explanation:The author's tone towards the subject is the viewpoint on the matter. Through the author's tone we are given a glimpse of the author's feelings and train of thought. The tone may be formal or informal,sad or cheerful,optimistic or ominous.

The tone plays an important role in providing meaning to the tension that has been set by the author.