ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The style of speaking or writing determined by the choice of words by a speaker or a writer.
A
diction
B
connotation
C
hyperbole
D
foreshadowing
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -style of speaking or writing as dependent upon choice of words: good diction. the accent, inflection, intonation, and speech-sound quality manifested by an individual speaker, usually judged in terms of prevailing standards of acceptability; enunciation.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are the different types of diction? There are a few different diction types, but the common ones include formal, informal, pedantic, pedestrian, slang, colloquial, abstract, concrete, and poetic.

Detailed explanation-3: -According to literarydevices.net, diction is the “style of speaking or writing determined by the choice of words by a speaker or a writer.” By analyzing the diction of speech or text, an individual is able to understand the magnitude of concepts and forge a deeper relationship with your content and overall message.

Detailed explanation-4: -Diction is how a speaker articulates their words when they speak. Good diction ensures that spoken words are clear by using the right pronunciation, tone and enunciation. By improving your diction, you can increase the quality of your speech, which makes it easier for others to understand and engage with your message.

Detailed explanation-5: -Definition: Diction is word choice. Explanation: In both writing and speech, words are selected based on the audience–the reader(s) or listener(s). The writer decides on the level of diction that is appropriate for that specific audience. 1.

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