Tone and mood

Tone
The tone refers to the writer’s attitude toward his subject. The writer’s attitude determines his tone. The tone may be critical, authoritarian, persuasive, sarcastic, humorous, enthusiastic etc. It is important to listen to the voice of the writer when trying to determine the tone.

Mood
Mood refers to the emotions experienced by the reader from the words and images used by the writer. Writers skillfully use words to create effects Particular moods can therefore be evoked by the careful choice of words. The mood or emotions experienced by the reader may be sad, reflective, happy, nostalgic etc.