Author's Style and Layers of Meaning in Cane — Unit test
Question 14 • RMA FL-1001370-English 3 Semester 2
Read the sentence from a student’s critical analysis essay.In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks about independence through his use of big words and fancy argument skills.Which is the best revision to the sentence?
Answer
A
Thomas Jefferson put difficult words and strong argumentative abilities to work when he wrote the Declaration of Independence.
B
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson uses his command of the English language to make a powerful argument for American independence.
C
Thomas Jefferson uses fanciful words and great arguments to make a case for American independence in the Declaration of Independence.
D
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks using sophisticated words to make a good case so that Britain will give Americans their independence.