Content of Fiction Flashcards

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this is the most significant message found in any fictional work. This embodies the central idea of the story that can be seen until the very end of the text.

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Major theme

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these are the less important ideas found in any story. They may only appear in some parts of the story. This could give more interest in discussing the text read.

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Minor theme

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this is mostly expressed in a neutral manner. Neutral manner suggests that it doesn’t show any strong feelings about a given topic. An example of this can be seen in texts that state factual details and explanations. This tone sets a text in a formal tone.

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Objective tone

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Differentiate major and minor theme

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this is used in creative writing particularly in writing fictional texts. This tone makes use of describing words that come in the form of figures of speech and word-modifiers wherein it creates a better idea of the speaker’s voice. Since the tone describes the feelings, experiences, and thoughts found in the text, it is inclined toward being personal, emotional, and even informal.

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Subjective tone

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Differentiate objective and subjective tone

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the atmosphere felt through the author’s words. This is what the reader feels during and after reading. This may vary depending on the scenario presented in the text.

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Mood

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