Question

(5) English is a very tricky language loaded with many rules and just as many exceptions to those rules. How does the author's word choice help the reader to understand the author's purpose?

A)The author uses the denotation of the word "loaded" to emphasize the large number of rules in the English language.

B)The author uses the connotation of the word "loaded" to emphasize the large number of rules in the English language.

C)The author uses the denotation of the word "rules" to emphasize the importance of following the rules of English grammar.

D)The author uses the connotation of the word "rules" to emphasize the importance of following the rules of English grammar.

Answer 1

i think is should be A) hope this helps

Answer 2

Have you provided the passage in which the question corresponds to? I do not see the passage that is meant for the question, however, if I had to take an educated guess based upon my experience when it comes to the analysis of such passages, I would have to say that the answer is... B.

− Connotation represents the various social overtones, cultural implications, or emotional meanings associated with a sign. NOTE: A Connotation is often considered figurative in a given context.

− Denotation represents the explicit or referential meaning of a sign. Denotation refers to the literal meaning of a word, the 'dictionary definition.