Throughout the passage, Canty uses positive diction to create an enthusiastic tone towards the Neshoba County Fair. With his use of words like “best”, “lucky” and “well,” it is clear to see that the author feels positive about being at the fair. Through his use of diction, he shares the best attributes the fair has to offer and the Also, the author utilizes words like “alive,” “vivid, ”and “action” to also portray his sense of enthusiasm the way the author views the events of the fair. Withstanding, by the author manipulating positive diction in the passage in toto, it affects the reader’s attitude toward the passage because they know exactly how the author feels about the subject, which, hence, reflects the way the author views the fair.
