Exercise: Read a commentary or editorial in a newspaper; and identify and list as many emotively charged words and phrases as you can. Then come up with neutral equivalents for the words on your list.
What will be an ideal response?
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A) not entirely the effect of past actions. B) entirely the effect of past actions. C) totally continuous with the past. D) not the cause of future events.
Which direct speech act could "How proud your parents would be if you start earning a living!" be used to perform?
A) informative B) directive C) expressive D) commissive
The goddess Pele is associated with
A. Brazil. B. childbirth. C. volcanoes and fire. D. the Haida.
Choose the statement that gives the most accurate description of etiquette:
A) the rules of etiquette are a fundamental branch of morality B) conformity with the rules of etiquette is sufficient for moral conduct C) etiquette refers to any special code of social behavior or courtesy D) the rules of etiquette are backed by statutory law