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A job application would most likely use what type of language?

A
formal
B
informal
C
jargon
D
casual
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Which sentence most strongly develops a negative tone?

A
Unfortunately, the county fair has been canceled.
B
I despise the fact that John is never on time when we have an appointment.
C
I do not like cheese because I think it smells strange.
D
Rainy days make me upset because I am not able to go outside and hike.
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Which sentence most strongly develops a positive tone?

A
I was happy when I received my first paycheck for my hard work.
B
Winter break is approaching quickly, and I cannot wait to go shopping for gifts.
C
Going to the beach is one of my favorite activities; I love surfing and paddle boarding.
D
A sense of accomplishment overwhelmed me as I stepped onto the stage that sunny, glorious day of graduation.
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Read the definition. antisocial: opposing a social normWhat is the prefix of antisocial?

A
ant
B
anti
C
soc
D
social
5

Which word has the most negative connotation?

A
stingy
B
thrifty
C
frugal
D
prudent
6

Which word has a clearly positive connotation?

A
irritation
B
burden
C
chore
D
joy
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Read the sentence.I grimaced as I walked into my apartment and recognized the familiar smell of my roommate’s cooking. Which of the following is the connotation of the word “smell” in this sentence?

A
aroma
B
stench
C
scent
D
fragrance
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Read the letter.Dear Aunt May,I loved seeing you this week. I know that it was a sad event, but it was wonderful to see you and Chris. I can’t wait to see you again soon. Love,MicheleWhich type of language is used in this letter?

A
formal
B
informal
C
professional
D
academic
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Read the letter.To Whom It May Concern:Thank you for giving me the opportunity to interview with your company today. I enjoyed the meeting thoroughly, and I look forward to hearing from you. I know that I would contribute positively to the company as a whole. Sincerely,John C. OwensWhich type of language is used in this letter?

A
formal
B
informal
C
comedic
D
jargon
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Read the passage.Novels, poetry, and drama are all genres, or types, of literature. These genres can reveal important insights about human nature, as well as protest injustices in the world or make social criticisms. The authors of literary pieces use characters, setting, and plot to analyze themes such as love, maturity, and death. The author’s use of vocabulary in this passage helps to

A
persuade the reader to write
B
inform the reader about
C
criticize the elements of
D
express feelings or attitudes about

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