How does the author's diction affect the tone of the
text?
The use of slang words creates a relaxed, informal
tone.
The use of academic language creates an angry
and disdainful tone.
The use of academic language gives the text a
serious and instructive tone.
The use of words with strong connotative meanings
creates a sorrowful tone.

The adventures of tom sawyer, chapter 6 (excerpt) what does tom do to get sid’s attention? a) tom lies in bed as he tries to think of an excuse to miss school b) tom knocks a book on the floor to wake sid up c) tom tells sid that he is suffering from an infected toe and a loose tooth d) tom groans and says, “ when i’m gone…”, so sid will call for aunt polly’s how does sid react to tom as he pretends to die? a) so it becomes anxious and asks if tom is dying b) sid knows tom is faking but joins in with tom’s game c) sid takes tom seriously and makes a list of tom’s valuables d) sid knows tom is a lying and immediately runs to tell aunt polly