The tone in “Barbara Frietchie” is one of admiration. The speaker clearly admires the stand that Frietchie takes when supporting the Union in front of the Confederate troops. Words such as bravest, loyal, and honor show that the speaker admires Barbara Frietchie’s courage. The poem also has a patriotic tone. This is evident when Frietchie tells the Confederate commander to shoot at her and not at the flag. Frietchie is proud of her beliefs and cannot bear to see the commander disrespect the Union flag. That is the word for word so you will need to change it up a little bit for the teacher not to notice. The tone in barbara Frietchie is admirable. The speaker clearly admires the stand that Frenchie takes when helping the union. Words such as bravery, loyal show that the speaker admires Barbara Frietchie’s courage. The poem also has a patriotic tone. This is evident when Frenchie tells them to shoot at her and not at the flag. Frietchie is proud and will not see them shoot the union flag.
In dramatic structure, I think dialogue is used to appeal to the reader by making he/she feel like they are actually there and to just bring it to life. Hope that helps.
