Question

Which phrases have strong connotations that support the author’s purpose? Check all that apply.

“ethnic diversity”
“perpetual tension”
“shaping our society”
“deeply confused image”
“race- and color-blind way”

Answer 1

Selections:
- “perpetual tension” — strong negative connotation (ongoing conflict), supports a claim about lasting problems.
- “deeply confused image” — strongly negative, evokes disarray or distortion.
- “race- and color-blind way” — loaded, ideological phrase that carries strong connotations about fairness/denial of race.

Not selected:
- “ethnic diversity” — largely neutral, descriptive.
- “shaping our society” — fairly neutral/neutral-positive, more factual than emotionally charged.