Little Jilly's merry laughter rang out over the courtyard. She could not help but chuckle over the way the squirrel ran around the bases of the trees in their own dance of chasing each other.

Question

In 1-2 sentences explain the connotation used in the sentences and the tone provided by the winter

Answer 1

The connotation used in the sentences is positive, as "merry laughter" and "chuckle" suggest happiness and enjoyment. The tone provided by the winter setting is light and playful, as indicated by the image of the squirrel running around the bases of the trees in a playful manner.