english 3 unit 1
choice of words and sentence structure
diction
without evidence
unsubstantiated
The ______ meaning of the word nerd is negative.
Connotative
attitude expressed by writing style
author's tone
happen or occur at the same time
concur
the suggested meaning of a word
connotation
environment of a word or idea
context
the primary meaning of a word
denotation
Faux pas in the 6th paragraph means _____.
embarressment
national, genetic, or social heritage
ethnicity
new technology and world trade
events that change language
directly stated and very clear
explicit
artificially created or developed. "False"
factitious
A(n) ________ tone is detached and more business-like.
formal
Ad hoc means _____.
formed for a particular reason
violate a law, limit
infringe
In the word excerpt, ex is the?
prefix
A victim may demand a ______ of an injustice.
redress
make right or give back
redress
The ______ meaning of the word snake is a long, limbless reptile.
Denotative
One way to decide on an author's tone is to look at the ______.
Diction
Which is NOT an important test-taking tip?
Exercise during the exam to stay awake.
Which is NOT one way to determine the meaning of a word?
always choosing the first definition in a dictionary
The word congregation means _____.
assembly
A(n) ____________ tone is an attitude in an expression.
authors
a complaint of injustice
grievance
The word vantage means ______.
having a good view
Non sequitur in the 3rd paragraph means _____.
illogical
is indirect or hinted at
implicit
A(n) _______ tone is easygoing, like speaking in front of a friend.
informal
In the word, extracurricular, curric is the?
root
Necessary is the _____ of the word unnecessary.
root
In the word government, ment is the?
suffix
Which is NOT a way language changes?
the public votes on adding new words to the dictionary
