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.
The mood of a story is determined based on specific words used throughout the passage. Let's practice describing the mood of the following passage together. While you read, think about the following questions: What is the mood of the passage? Which words lead you to choose that mood? Click the link below to read the passage: Hiassen, C. (2002). Hoot. New York: Random House, Inc. After reading, check out the video of the same passage from the movie. What similarities and differences do you notice? How do these differences impact the mood that the movie conveys?