What level of diction is typically found in scholarly works and speeches? aFormal bStandard cInformal dPracticed

Diction*1 pointis a term used to describe the study of poetic devicesrefers to the arrangement of words in a sentenceis a device used which compares two diametrically opposed thingsrefers to the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing

Which sentence most clearly describes diction?A.Samantha's tone was obvious when I spoke to her on the phone.B.Dividing the novel into volumes makes it more publishable.C.Each argument was supported by a mountain of evidence.D.The author carefully avoids using words that are too high level.

Which of these is not a level of language?Formal writingInformal writingSubstandard languageFormal speaking

. What words describe features of all effective speeches? (Select all correct answers.)engagingformalclearconcise

Which of these is important in having mutual understanding with audiene in a presentationa.talkingb.speakingc.effective listeningd.writing