Word Choice and Tone

'It is a moral outrage...' is bias through

• Word Choice and Tone

• Placement

• Source Control

• Headline

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates bias through word choice and tone?

• The politician's speech was full of lies and deceit.

• The politician presented his views clearly and concisely.

• The politician's speech was informative and engaging.

• The politician spoke about his policies.

What is the primary effect of using emotionally charged language in a news article?

• To inform the reader with facts

• To persuade the reader's opinion

• To provide a balanced viewpoint

• To entertain the reader

How can word choice influence the tone of a historical documentary?

• By providing accurate dates and events

• By using neutral language

• By selecting words with positive or negative connotations

• By including expert interviews

Which of the following is an example of neutral word choice?

• The company ruthlessly exploited its workers.

• The company employed many workers.

• The company generously rewarded its workers.

• The company unfairly treated its workers.

In what way can tone affect the reader's perception of a historical event?

• By altering the factual content

• By changing the chronological order

• By influencing emotional response

• By providing additional data

What role does word choice play in shaping the tone of a political speech?

• It determines the length of the speech

• It affects the clarity of the message

• It influences the audience's emotional reaction

• It provides statistical evidence

Which sentence uses word choice to create a negative tone?

• The team celebrated their victory.

• The team suffered a crushing defeat.

• The team played a fair game.

• The team participated in the tournament.

How can a writer's tone reveal their attitude towards a subject?

• By using complex sentence structures

• By choosing specific words and phrases

• By including numerous statistics

• By writing in the first person

What is the impact of using positive word choice in a social studies essay?

• It makes the essay longer

• It creates a more optimistic tone

• It provides more factual information

• It confuses the reader