The above topographic map of Gap and the surrounding area has been derived from satellite mapping. The topographic data has been illuminated by a light source corresponding to the position of the sun at mid afternoon in summer. Major roads, railways rivers and other water features are derived from global GIS data.
But, when we refer to the tone of the passage, it refers to the predominant emotion or absence of it displayed by the author. The tone also reflects the attitude of the author towards a subject or character. Any predominant emotion may, thus become the authorâs tone.
Tone - how does the author feel? Tone is how the author feels toward the subject he or she is writing about. Unlike mood, the tone of passage must be inferred, or guessed. Based on the words the author uses, as well as details and images that the author chooses to include. Roll over the image below to compare and contrast mood and tone.