Analyzing and Interpreting Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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How does a writer effectively use diction within literature?

By using language that is specific to the plot.
By deliberately choosing words that are both precise and relatable.
By emphasizing a particular literary device in the story.
By using words that are reflective of the setting and characters.

The correct answer is: By deliberately choosing words that are both precise and relatable.

A writer effectively uses diction by deliberately choosing words that are both precise and relatable. This means that the words chosen should not only accurately convey the desired meaning, but also resonate with the reader. Option A is incorrect because while it may seem specific, using language specific to only the plot limits the writer's ability to create depth and meaning in the story. Option C is incorrect because diction encompasses all words used, not just those emphasizing a particular literary device. Option D is incorrect because while using words reflective of the setting and characters is important, it is just one aspect of effective diction and does not necessarily guarantee precision and relatability.