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Tone

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Tone is the writer’s attitude toward the subject, audience, or situation.

Course connection

Words in Context

Unit 6

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5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

  1. Tone appears across 2 SAT guides as a remediation concept.
  2. Tone questions reward evidence from word choice, not your personal reaction to the topic.

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