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Ted Nellen

Cyber English (By Ted Nellen): Tone

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is a glossary entry for the term "Tone" including a definition and an example.
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Ted Nellen

Cyber English (By Ted Nellen): Euphemism

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is a glossary entry for the term "Euphemism" including a definition and examples. L.9-10.5a Figures of Speech
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Quia

Quia: Word Choice and Tone Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This interactive series of questions assesses students' understanding of the impact of word choice on the tone of a passage. Students will identify the correct tone used in sentences, paragraphs, and poems.
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TES Global

Tes: Varieties of English

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This graphic organizer will help student reflect on the similarities and difference among formal and informal word choices. Dialect, idiolect, and verb effectiveness are featured.
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University of Victoria (Canada)

The U Vic Writer's Guide: Literary Term: Connotation and Denotation

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site provides a brief explanation of the distinction between "denotation" and "connotation."
PPT
Austin Independent School District

Austin Independent School: Symbolism, Tone, and Mood [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Click through this PDF slideshow to learn what a symbol is and how symbolism is used in literature. Then learn about the difference between tone and mood and see examples of each in a poem.
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Vancouver Island University

Vancouver Island University: Literary Terms

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Site contains a list of literary terms, including the word "characterization." Basic but accurate definitions are easy to understand.
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Austin Independent School District

Austin Independent School District: Examining Tone in Literature [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Click through this PDF slide presentation to learn a definition of tone and to gain a better understanding of how it is used in literature. Slides include activities to help students see the effect of using different tones and examples...