Which of the following is most likely to generate a favorable response?

	a.	Using doubletalk extensively
	b.	Using connotative tone extensively
	c.	Using euphemistic terms rather than negative terms
	d.	Using active voice to convey negative ideas

Your history teacher asks you to explain the difference between connotative words and denotative words. Your best response is:

	a.	Connotative words distract the receiver from paying attention to the statements that precede, whereas denotative words distract the receiver from paying attention to the statements that follow.
	b.	Denotative words are interpreted based on the context, whereas connotative words are not interpreted based on the context.
	c.	Denotative words involve messages that are implied, whereas connotative words involve messages that are explicit.
	d.	Connotative words reveal the speaker's or writer's qualitative judgment, whereas denotative words do not reveal the speaker's or writer's qualitative judgment.

Jen is using passive voice in her report because it requires fewer words to express the same idea. Jen is using the best technique for this approach.

Larry was written a children's book. He writes a letter to a publisher in hopes of getting his book published. His letter ends with "Enclosed please find a copy of my book. Very truly yours, Larry." Based on what you've learned about readability and language, what mistake did Larry make?

	a.	He used very informal words.
	b.	He used clichés.
	c.	He used outdated expressions.
	d.	He used inappropriate language.

___ runs the risk of creating an uncomfortable and hostile work environment.

	a.	A meme
	b.	Jargon
	c.	Cliché
	d.	Profanity