Diction Review

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What term refers to the feelings that a word evokes - positive, negative, or neutral?

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Connotation

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An author's diction can give us insight into how s/he feels about the topic; we refer to this as _____________. Furthermore, diction can cause the reader/listener to feel certain emotions, thereby creating a certain atmosphere; this we refer to as ______________.

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Tone/Mood

Front

What type of phrase is "kick the bucket" that cannot be understood just by the words themselves?

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Idioms

Front

What is the dictionary definition of a word called?

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Denotation

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What does the literary term "diction" refer to?

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An author's choice of words.

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations of that word.

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What is an example of a colloquialism?

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"Y'all" is a colloquialism commonly used in the Southern United States.

Front

How can diction affect the tone of a piece of writing?

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Diction can convey the author's attitude and emotions, influencing how the reader perceives the text.

Front

What is the effect of using formal diction in writing?

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Formal diction can create a sense of seriousness and professionalism.

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What is the effect of using informal diction in writing?

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Informal diction can create a casual, friendly, or relatable tone.