USA HISTORY

AMERICAN CIVIL WAR(1861 1865)

GETTYSBURG ADDRESS

[SOURCES]
Often, the most important decision an author makes is his or her word choice. What is word choice also known as?

(A) ** Diction

(B) Words

(C) Foreshadowing

(D) Metaphors

EXPLANATIONS BELOW

Concept note-1: -In writing, diction refers to the words the writer chooses to use. The decision to use one word instead of another, even when they have similar meanings, changes the reader’s interpretation.

Concept note-2: -Diction: An author’s choice of words. Since words have specific meanings, and since one’s choice of words can affect feelings, a writer’s choice of words can have great impact in a literary work.

Concept note-3: -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.

Concept note-4: -Also called word choice. In phonology and phonetics, diction is a way of speaking, usually judged in terms of prevailing standards of pronunciation and elocution. Also called enunciation and articulation.

Concept note-5: -Diction is word choice. When writing, use vocabulary suited for the type of assignment. Words that have almost the same denotation (dictionary meaning) can have very different connotations (implied meanings).