Directions: Choose the Best Answer Based on the Information You

question 9

Multiple Choice

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 8. ​ Which of the following types of diction is more likely to appear in academic writing?

• A)jargon
• B)slang
• C)colloquialism
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Vitamin C Deficiency

A condition caused by insufficient vitamin C intake, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, gum inflammation, and skin issues.

Spongy Gingiva

A condition where the gums are soft, swollen, and may bleed easily, often a sign of gum disease or infection.

Cheilosis

A condition characterized by the cracking and inflammation of the lips, often due to vitamin B deficiency or fungal infection.

Gag Reflex

A reflex contraction of the back of the throat, evoked by touching the soft palate, designed to prevent choking and aspiration of foreign objects.