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Hamlet, Part 2: Word Choice and Tone — Quiz

Question 10 • English Language Arts 12

What is nuance?

Answer
A
the attitude of a text toward a subject
B
a quality or idea associated with a word
C
a small or subtle difference in meaning
D
the words or ideas that surround a word

Explanation

Nuance is a small or subtle difference in meaning, often one that adds a slight shade or distinction. For example, two words can be similar but have different nuances. The correct choice is “a small or subtle difference in meaning.”

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