Question

in the context of poetry, what is the best definition of tone?
○ the reader’s response to the emotions in the poem
○ the speaker’s attitude toward the subject of the poem
○ the use of alliteration, repetition, rhythm, and rhyme
○ the use of words that sound like the things they denote

Explanation:

To determine the best definition of tone in poetry:

• The first option refers to the reader's response (mood), not tone.
• The second option: Tone in poetry is the speaker’s attitude toward the subject (or audience), which matches this option.
• The third option describes sound devices/structure, not tone.
• The fourth option is onomatopoeia, not tone.

Answer:

B. the speaker’s attitude toward the subject of the poem