Which of the following is NOT the correct description of a typical feature of Imagists’ viewpoint on diction?
A: The economy of word.
B: Sentimental, even flamboyant diction.
C: The elimination of any words that serve decorative function.
D: No fancy or sophisticated words or phrases.
A: The economy of word.
B: Sentimental, even flamboyant diction.
C: The elimination of any words that serve decorative function.
D: No fancy or sophisticated words or phrases.
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- Diction means _____. A: making the proper choice of words and phrases in translation B: finding the correct meaning of words and phrases from the dictionary C: knowing the correct meaning of words and phrases in the source text D: searching for the correct meaning of words and phrases in the context
- Which of the following statements about how to choose a level of diction is NOT true? ( ). A: Dialect is specific words or phrases used in different contexts, professions, and trade. B: Choose the level most appropriate for the audience you are writing for. C: Slang is an informal, nonstandard form of language which consists of newly created and rapidly changing words and phrases. D: You may choose to use different levels of diction for various purposes.
- Choose the correct words or phrases to complete the sentences. Pets can even accompany their owners on vacation. Fancy hotels are beginning to ____ both man and animal.
- Which of the following words are function word? ( ) A: an B: school C: sister D: are
- Directions: In each of the following antonym questions, a word printed in capital letters precedes five lettered words or phrases. From these five lettered words or phrases, pick the one most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word. ARTIFICE:（） A: edifice B: sincerity C: prejudice D: creativity E: affirmation