How does word choice affect tone? Write two sentences that have similar structure, but use different diction, therefore, giving it a different tone.
Answer:
“Please refrain from distracting me while I am working.” has a formal, slightly irritated tone, while “Hey, can you not bother me when I’m busy?” has a more casual and direct tone. The word choice in each sentence significantly alters the tone even though they both convey a similar message.