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Hedging Vs Assertive PhrasingSet 1

1Being assertive is the same as being rude.

2Which word in the following sentence is an example of persuasive language?

3Which communication style is characterized by avoiding any confrontations at all cost?

4Identify the hedging device used in the sentence.Economists have warned that perhaps the most destructive factors that caused the crisis are external factors.

5A student agrees to help with a group project but later refuses to participate as a way of expressing hidden anger. Which style is this?

6Which expression shows partial agreement?

7What is the difference between loaded language and neutral language?

8A student avoids eye contact, speaks softly, and agrees to something they don't want to do. Which style are they using?

9Evaluate the connotations of "assertive" and "aggressive." Which word would be more suitable to describe a positive leadership quality?

10If the author using negative language, they are ..... about the topic.

11Mark the option that shows politeness, caution, and protect the speaker/writer from criticism if the idea is proven wrong.New students ..... shy during the first week of class

12A neutral, measured tone is MOST effective when a writer wants to

13Choose the sentence that does not contain hedging language.

14Which of these words should be avoided to maintain objectivity in academic writing?

15Overly forceful, pushy, angry and yelling

16Which sentence shows a polite behavior when photographing people you don't know?

17Which of the following is a marker for Style/stance?

18Negative messages should be:

19Don't state their true opinions at all.

20We can use hedging and moderate language for .....

21Academic writing should NOT include:

22What is the main effect of using 'You' statements in communication?

23Which of the following sentences uses boosting language?

24What is a key difference between hedging and boosting in academic writing?

25Which word is more negative: "assertive" or "aggressive" ?

26Which word has the most neutral connotation?assertive, pushy, aggressive

27Which of the following statements exhibit bias?

28Which option best describes a preference for one viewpoint or ideology in writing?

29Which sentence shows an objective academic tone?

30Assertiveness differs from aggression in that it:

31Which sentence best demonstrates courteous language?

32Which is the best example of hedging language in academic writing?