Which is an example of Concrete Diction?

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

When words or phrases repeat at the beginning of clauses

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

Which is an example of Pedantic Diction?

The evidence overwhelmingly proves the person’s guilt.

Which is an example of Anaphora?

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

Which is an example of an Asyndeton?

My favorite colors are blue, pink, purple.

Which is an example of tone?

The team pressed on, their resolve strong.

Which is NOT an example of Formal Diction?

Sorry, your application didn’t make it

Which is an example of Polysyndeton?

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

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

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