Question

Which sentence best defines tone in literature?

A. The tone is the overall atmosphere in a literary work.
B. The tone is the author's attitude toward the subject.
C. The tone is the author's voice while describing events.
D. The tone is the description of characters by the author.

Answer 1

the tone is the attitude toward the subject.
the answer is b.

Answer 2

Letter b. the tone is the author's attitude toward the subject.

Tone may be formal or informal or may other possible attitudes. Authors set a tone in literature by conveying emotions or feelings through words.The way a person feels about an idea/concept, event or other person can be quickly determine through their facial expressions, gesture, and in the tone of their voice.