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Author's Style and Layers of Meaning in Cane — Unit test

Question 14 • *CR English 3 S2 [E3060OX]

Read the sentence from a student’s critical analysis essay.In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks about independence through his use of big words and fancy argument skills.Which is the best revision to the sentence?

Answer
A
Thomas Jefferson put difficult words and strong argumentative abilities to work when he wrote the Declaration of Independence.
B
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson uses his command of the English language to make a powerful argument for American independence.
C
Thomas Jefferson uses fanciful words and great arguments to make a case for American independence in the Declaration of Independence.
D
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks using sophisticated words to make a good case so that Britain will give Americans their independence.

Explanation

A strong revision should use precise, formal language and clearly explain how Jefferson’s writing supports independence. Choice B does this by describing his command of English as a way to make a powerful argument for American independence. The other choices use awkward or informal wording, such as “big words,” “fanciful words,” or “talks using.”

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