Language Syntax and Vocabulary

What is word choice called

• diction

• syntax

• vocabulary

• grammar

A style of writing or speaking determined by the choice of the writer or speaker

• syntax

• grammar

• diction

• dialogue

Diction depends on all but one of these factors.

• the word has to be right and accurate

• words should be appropriate to the context

• the words should be strong and emotional

• the choice of words should be understood easily

What is the purpose of diction

• to get the message across to the reader

• to divert the reader

• to provide opportunities for misinterpretation

• to avoid provoking emotion in the reader

Formal words used in formal situations, such as a press conference

• formal

• informal

• colloquial

• slang

The use of words that are newly coined or even impolite

• formal diction

• informal diction

• colloquial diction

• slang diction

the use of words common in everyday speech, which may be different in different regions or communities

• formal diction

• informal diction

• colloquial diction

• slang diction

Use of informal words and conversation, such as writing or talking to friends

• formal diction

• informal diction

• colloquial diction

• slang diction

The way words and clauses are arranged to form sentences

• diction

• syntax

• formal diction

• sentence classification

The arrangement of words contributes to all but

• the meaning and effect

• the mood

• the ability of the author to effectively make his/her point

• the pacing