Diction and Syntax: Impact on Mood, Voice, and Tone
Question 4 • TX-English I B-CR
Read the excerpt from "Why Do Black Women Fear the Fro?” by Cheryl Thompson.Then there are weaves, a process by which synthetic or real hair is sewn into one's natural hair to give the appearance of long, flowing, straight hair. While many women, irrespective of race, wear weaves (they're common in Hollywood), black women wear them to cover up, not merely enhance, their natural state.
Answer
A
Long sentences emphasize a thoughtful voice.
B
Repetition helps to develop a sarcastic voice.
C
Parallelism emphasizes a witty voice.
D
Anaphora helps to develop a blunt voice.
Explanation
The excerpt uses extended sentences to define weaves and then qualify how Black women may use them. The parenthetical comment about Hollywood and the distinction between covering up and enhancing natural hair make the voice reflective and considered. There is no repeated opening phrase or strong pattern of parallel wording to support the other choices.
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