In Denying Claims, Writers Use the __________-Before-Refusal Pattern to Set

question 43

Short Answer

In denying claims, writers use the __________-before-refusal pattern to set an empathic tone and buffer the bad news.

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Definitions:

Enacted Norm

A rule or behavior that is adopted by a group and guides actions within specific contexts, distinguishing between acceptable and unacceptable actions.

Haggis

A traditional Scottish dish made from a mixture of sheep's heart, liver, and lungs, minced with onion, oatmeal, suet, spices, and salt, traditionally encased in the animal's stomach.

Robbie Burns Day

A celebration in honor of Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, held annually on his birthday, January 25th.

Food Culture

The practices, attitudes, and beliefs surrounding the production, distribution, and consumption of food within a specific group.