Why should listeners pay close attention to word choice?

a. to better understand the speaker's intentions

b. so as not to confuse connotation and tone

c. to allow their emotions to be manipulatedby the speaker

d. all of these?

How does the description of the montresor coat of arms and motto in paragraphs 46-48 contribute to the reader's understanding of montresor's character?

What conclusion can readers make about the race by reading the first paragraph? A) Golfing is much easier than running a marathon. B) The Peachtree Road Race is still in its infancy. C) Wimbledon is the most prestigious golf tournament in the world.

Based on the passage what inferences can be made about the characters

Ay, tear her tattered ensign down! The word tattered as used in the first line of the poem means A.) to tear or fray B.) unkempted, slovenly C.) frayed and torn, ragged D.) wearing ragged clothing

Which of the following is characteristic of a learned experience? A. A learned experience can be biased. B. A learned experience is based on fact. C. A learned experience is learned from things previously read or studied. D.

Reflect and Respond Notice the nouns around you. Look for nouns wherever you go. Nouns are in newspapers, websites, letters, addresses, billboards, television shows, food containers, shopping lists, and receipts.

Which sentence uses a verb that agrees with its compound subject? A. Aunt Meg and Aunt Harriet knits hats for gifts every year. B. A permission form and a physical is required for the tryouts. C.

Click on all of the statements that could be said to contain information related to characterization. Leave all unrelated statements unchecked.

In the years leading to World War I, the spirit of nationalism increased competition among nations to do which of the following? Check all that apply.

Which phrase from the text suggests it is from an earlier time? Luxurious steamers Delicately tinted Standing like ghosts The tireless hand