Which is an example of Pedantic Diction?

The evidence overwhelmingly proves the person’s guilt.

Which is NOT an example of Formal Diction?

Sorry, your application didn’t make it

Which is an example of tone?

The team pressed on, their resolve strong.

Which is an example of Anaphora?

I like blue. I like dogs. I like being outside. I like swimming

Which is an example of Concrete Diction?

The dog ran across the yard, its fur wet from the rain.

An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning

When words or phrases repeat at the beginning of clauses

Which is an example of Polysyndeton?

The dogs name is Daisy. Daisy likes to run and to play and to walk.

Which is an example of an Asyndeton?

My favorite colors are blue, pink, purple.

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1
Which is an example of Pedantic Diction?
The teacher explained the lesson clearly.
I think she’s right.
The evidence overwhelmingly proves the person’s guilt.
The evidence proves the person is guilty.
2
Which is NOT an example of Formal Diction?
I regret to inform you that your application was unsuccessful.
The council will meet at 9 AM to discuss the legislation.
Sorry, your application didn’t make it
The investigation results will be presented soon.
3
Refers to words or expressions spoken in a specific time and place by a wide range of people is…
Connotation
Concrete diction
Colloquial Diction
4
Skipping one or more conjunction which are usually used in a series of phrases is…
Asyndeton
Tone
Anaphora
Abstract Diction
5
Which is NOT an example of Diction?
The meeting was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.
She was not pleased.
That movie was so awesome, I can’t believe how cool it was!
The sunset painted the sky with vibrant hues of pink and orange.
6
Which is an example of tone?
She started reading.
The meeting is at 3 pm.
The cat sat on the sill.
The team pressed on, their resolve strong.
7
Complex perspective or attitude of the speaker is called…?
POV
Main idea
Writer
Gone
8
Which is an example of Anaphora?
The dogs name is Daisy. Daisy likes to run and to play and to walk.
That girl over there is wearing glasses. She is pretty.
I like blue. I like dogs. I like being outside. I like swimming
I ate a milkshake yesterday. I’m eating a cake but I’m ready to eat more.
9
Which is an example of Concrete Diction?
The dog ran across the yard, its fur wet from the rain.
She felt a sense of accomplishment.
She kicked the old, rusted bicycle down the dirt road.
The team showed great determination.
10
When a writer uses the literal definition is also know as…
Writing notes
Connotation
Denotation
Not taking notes
11
Connotation is…
An idea or feeling that a word describes something
An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning
An idea or feeling that invokes to its opposite meaning
12
A rhetorical device that uses multiple repetitions of the same conjunction is __________?
Colloquial
Pedantic
Polysyndeton
Rhetoric
13
Which is not an example of Rhetoric?
How can we sit idly by while so many people are in need
The sky is blue.
The choice is clear: We can either protect our future or let it slip away.
If we don’t act now, our children will suffer the consequences of inaction.
14
The words the writer chooses to convey a particular meaning; overall pattern is…
Informal diction
Pedantic Diction
Formal diction
Diction
15
A type of diction that is academic, technical, and highly detailed words are classified as ________________??
Pedantic
Concrete
Diction
Slang
16
Anaphora is…?
An idea or feeling that invokes in addition to its literal meaning
When words or phrases repeat at the beginning of clauses
A book
Skipping one or more conjunctions
17
The choices a writer makes to achieve a purpose with a particular audience is….?
Slang
Retro
Tone
Rhetoric
18
Is it true informal diction uses everyday language like your talking to friends or family
False
True
19
Which is an example of Polysyndeton?
The evidence proves the person is guilty.
The clouds were all beautiful this morning
The dogs name is Daisy. Daisy likes to run and to play and to walk.
I wanted to go for a walk to meet up with friends
20
Consists of words that cannot be described using any 5 senses.
Abstract Diction
Concrete Diction
Colloquial Diction
Anaphora
21
Which is an example of an Asyndeton?
Her name is Sally, Sussy or Stacy
My favorite colors are blue, pink, purple.
At the groceries I bought, bread, milk, cookies, donuts and eggs.
My favorite food is potatoes, bacon and noodles
22
Which is NOT an example of Connotation Diction?
She’s feeling blue today
That’s a bold move
The car is yellow
She’s so sweet
23
Which is an example of abstract diction?
Trees
Bed
Pancakes
Love
24
Which is NOT an example of Colloquial diction?
Y’all vs You Guys
Fries vs Chips
Horse vs Horse
Pop vs Soda
25
Which is an example of Informal Diction?
Please accept my sincerest apologies for the inconvenience
It is with great pleasure that we announce your promotion.
I’m afraid your application has not been accepted.
I’ll call you later.
26
Uses sophisticated language that follows grammar rules and avoids personal pronouns is
Informal
Formal
27
When a writer uses a literal definition is what diction?
Concrete
Formal
Abstract
Informal
28
Which is NOT an example of Slang Diction?
You ate the fit check
Hey sigma alphas?
I’m so brainrot
Hi there

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