5. "Turning off Dining In" How would you describe the author's style and tone?

The author uses an atypical plot structure, which is an effective style technique for this story. It uses flashbacks, facts, and present stories, all to contribute to the overall idea that screen time is interfering with family time, and should be lessened.

The tone of this story is reflective, due to the author's self reflection (from realizing her own flaws in technology usage), and reflecting on her past (dinners with her mom and sister). There is also a persuasive tone to this story, as the author tries to convince the reader using both outside evidence and personal stories to convince him or her that screen time is getting in the way of family time, and something should be done about it.