Speaker's Attitudes in AP English Literature

Definition

The speaker's attitudes refer to the emotions, opinions, or beliefs that the narrator or character in a literary work expresses towards the subject matter or other characters. Understanding the speaker's attitudes helps readers grasp the tone and intention behind the words.

Related terms

Tone:

Tone refers to the overall attitude that is conveyed by an author through their writing. It sets the mood of a literary work and influences how readers interpret events.

Point of View:

Point of view determines who is telling a story and from what perspective. It impacts how information is presented, including the speaker's attitudes, and shapes readers' understanding of events.

Characterization:

Characterization involves creating and developing characters in a literary work. Through characterization, authors reveal characters' attitudes which help shape readers' understanding of them.