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RCMultiple Choice

Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 2 — Cumulative exam

Question 21 • GA-Literature and Composition III

I speak English with passion: it’s the tongue of my consciousness, a flashing knife blade of crystal, my tool, my craft.

Answer
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It portrays her command of English as precise and beautiful.
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It shows that she is extremely hesitant to use English.
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It shows that she only uses English for practical communication.
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It portrays the language she uses as forceful and hurtful.

Explanation

The speaker describes English as “a flashing knife blade of crystal,” which suggests sharpness and precision, while “my tool, my craft” shows skill and control. Calling it the tongue of her consciousness also conveys a deep personal connection to the language. Together, these images portray her command of English as precise and beautiful.

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