Mood Flashcards

AQA GCSE English Language specification

Mood

The atmosphere or feeling created in a text through language and structure.

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Terms in this set (10)

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Mood

The atmosphere or feeling created in a text through language and structure.

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Explicit mood

A mood that is directly stated or described in the text.

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Implicit mood

A mood that is suggested or inferred through language, imagery, or structure.

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Language methods for mood

Techniques such as word choice, figurative language, and imagery used to create mood.

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Structural methods for mood

Techniques such as paragraphing, sentence length, and shifts in focus used to influence mood.

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Mood and tone

Mood refers to the atmosphere of the text, while tone refers to the writer's attitude.

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Mood in narrative openings

The mood at the beginning of a text sets the scene and engages the reader.

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Mood in narrative endings

The mood at the end of a text can leave a lasting impression or resolve tension.

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Evaluating mood (AO4)

Critically judging how effectively the mood is created and supported with textual references.

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Analysing mood (AO2)

Explaining how language and structure create mood, using subject terminology to support your analysis.

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