Question

Read the following set of reviews for "Gourmet Delights."
Ava D. ̶ "Gourmet Delights" is lackluster and outdated. The service was slow, and the staff appeared disorganized and unprofessional. The food was a complete letdown. The dishes lacked flavor and were poorly executed. Furthermore, the portion sizes were tiny, and the prices were exorbitant. I would not recommend "Gourmet Delights" to anyone.
Sophia M. ̶ "Gourmet Delights" is extraordinary! From the moment you step in, the warm and inviting ambiance sets the tone for a memorable evening. The menu showcases an array of authentic Italian dishes, and the prices are sensible for the quality you receive. Each dish I tried was a masterpiece, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented.
Liam T. ̶ I had a pleasant experience at "Gourmet Delights." The menu offered a decent variety of options, and the dishes we ordered were tasty. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed. The prices were slightly on the higher side, but considering the overall experience, they were reasonable. "Gourmet Delights" is a good choice for a casual dining experience.
Noah A. ̶ My recent visit to "Gourmet Delights" was an absolute disaster. The restaurant had a dingy atmosphere that immediately put me off. The service was abysmal, with the staff displaying a complete lack of knowledge and professionalism. Each dish was overcooked and flavorless. It was a struggle to finish even a single bite. Furthermore, the prices were astronomical, making the experience even more infuriating.


Graphic title: A Little Respect Could Have Gone a Long Way
A young man was stopped on the side of the road with apparent engine trouble. His Ford Model T had overheated and stalled. An elderly man pulled up behind him and got out of his car. He approached the younger man and greeted him. “Son, having trouble?”

The young man kept his head under the hood of the car and never looked up. “Yeah, it’s overheated again. I don’t know why it keeps doing that. But I’ll figure it out.”

The older man stepped to the other side of the car. “Can I take a look at it for you?”

The young man snapped, “Look, old man, I don’t need your help. If I can’t fix it, then I’m sure you can’t either.”

The older man replied, “Well, all right, then. Good luck to you.” And with that, the older gentleman—Mr. Henry Ford—got back in his car and drove away.

A close up view of the headlight on a Ford Model T vehicle

Choose the correct answer.
Whose review is the most positive?


Noah A.

Liam T.

Sophia M.

Ava D.

12) Choose the correct answer.

Whose review is the most negative?

Noah A.

Liam T.

Sophia M.

Ava D.

13) Match the term with the correct definition.

the literal dictionary definition of a word
the attitudes or feelings associated with a word

Answer 1

11) Sophia M.

12) Noah A.

13) Denotation — the literal dictionary definition of a word.
Connotation — the attitudes or feelings associated with a word.