Question

Read the following sentence:

The story's premise was weak because the plot was a joke and the characters struck a false note.

Which word or phrase most clearly makes the tone inappropriate for a class presentation?

A) Story's Premise
B) Joke
C) Weak
D) False Note

Answer 1

Answer: B. Joke

The use of the word "joke"is the one that most clearly makes the tone of the sentence inappropriate for a class presentation. It doesn't make the reader feel like they are in a professional environment.