"The stars are like diamonds in the sky." This is an example of
A. a simile.
B. jargon.
C. a metaphor.
D. a euphemism.
Answer: A
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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. As a media writer, your ultimate responsibility is to write accurately. 2. Most media jobs require a lot of writing. 3. Worry about grammar, spelling, and punctuation can cause writing apprehension. 4. People who read a lot are often good writers.
Studies by media scholar Carolyn Martindale concluded:
a. that nonwhite groups are visible “only in glimpses” in the media. b. that Latinos are often portrayed as successful professionals on television. c. that a climate of biracial coexistence is present in America’s newsrooms. d. that non-white groups are presented as an integral part of American society.
As your textbook explains, focusing on a speaker's delivery and personal appearance is an excellent way to strengthen your listening skills.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The specific purpose--”Nuclear power plants, pro or con?”-- is poor because it
a. does not include the topic b. does not include the general purpose c. is not phrased as a declarative sentence d. a and c e. b and c