WorksheetsUnit 2
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
The language used by people in a particular occupation or hobby
Slang
Dialect
Jargon
Vocabulary
The dictionary definition of a word
Connotation
Denotation
Standard English
Diction
The language used by people in a particular region
Connotation
Denotation
Jargon
Dialect
Thoughts and feelings associated with a word or phrase
Connotation
Denotation
Diction
Jargon
What are the guidelines when considering connotation?
Be aware of the effect created of words and phrases
Choose words that will evoke the desired thoughts and feelings
Purposefully find words and phrases to create the desired feeling
Don't use any words with a negative connotation
Which of the following words has the strongest positive connotation
good
adequate
acceptable
satisfactory
Which of the following are true about Dialect?
People from all regions have a unique dialect
People must loose their dialect to be successful communicators
Dialect can cause interfere during communication
Dialect is part of regional culture and is appropriate during all communication
What is Standard English
American English
British English
English that follows the rules for grammar, usage, and mechanics
Language that is understandable to the majority of English speakers
Which of the following are true of Jargon?
Must be explained any time it is used
Should not be used in a formal speech
Unfamiliar terms should explained to the audience
If cannot be easily explained, they should not be used
What are the advantages of having a Complex Vocabulary?
Can use words to adjust message to fit the audience
Can choose words that create a specific effect
Can dazzle the audience with sophisticated words
Can use fewer words to send your message
The language used by people in a particular occupation or hobby
Slang
Dialect
Jargon
Vocabulary
