English 8 Review Quiz

It is a type of diction that is more conversational and often used in narrative literature.

• Informal

• Formal

• Slang

It is a type of diction that sticks to grammatical rules and uses complicated syntax-the structure of sentences.

• Informal

• Formal

• Slang

These are words that originated within a specific culture or subgroup but gained traction.

• Informal

• Formal

• Slang

It is an actual, specific group of people who will read or listen to the message.

• Real Audience

• Hypothetical

• Laypeople

It is a theoretical group created for the purpose of crafting a message, not actually existing in the real world.

• Real Audience

• Hypothetical

• Laypeople

These are individuals with little to no specialized knowledge in the field being discussed.

• Real Audience

• Hypothetical

• Laypeople

These are individuals with extensive knowledge or proficiency in a particular field.

• Experts

• Contrast

• Cause and Effect

Its purpose is to show differences or highlight opposing ideas.

• Experts

• Contrast

• Cause and Effect

Its purpose is to show the relationship between actions or events and their outcomes.

• Experts

• Contrast

• Cause and Effect

Its purpose is to stress an important point.

• Emphasis

• Contrast

• Cause and Effect