The attitude refers to the author's feelings, emotions, or opinions towards a subject. It is the perspective that shapes their writing style and influences how readers interpret the text.
Imagine you're at a party and someone walks in with a big smile on their face. Their attitude towards the party is positive, and it affects how they interact with others and enjoy themselves.
Tone: The tone refers to how an author conveys their attitude through specific techniques such as word choice, imagery, and syntax. It influences how readers perceive the mood or atmosphere of a poem.
Voice: Voice represents an author’s unique style of writing that reflects their personality, attitudes, and beliefs.
Diction: Diction refers to an author's choice of words, phrases, or expressions. It contributes to establishing their attitude by using specific language that conveys certain emotions or opinions.
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