Language and Communication Flashcard

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When choosing words, focus on using words that are ______.

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precise and familiar

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A(n) ______ is a tendency to believe that some ideas or people are better than others.

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bias

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What is Standard English?

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The format of communication media that follows standard grammar and punctuation conventions for those who speak English.

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A(n) ______ is a piece of overused, commonplace, or trite language.

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cliché

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These are words, phrases, and sentences that connect ideas and clarify the relationship between sentences and paragraphs.

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Transitions

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_______________ is language used in a casual situation without applying the rules of grammar.

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Informal language

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To be ________________ means to assume an attitude of superiority.

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condescending

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A(n) ________________ is a tendency to believe that some ideas or people are better than others, which often results in acting unfairly.

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bias

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Language specific to a line of work or area of expertise is ________________.

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jargon

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A(n) ________________ is repeating a message or saying the same thing more than once.

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redundancy