Question

Read the passage.

Ana leapt out of bed before the sun rose, not giving her body a chance to rebel against the winter air, eager to hit the pavement for a morning run before she had to get ready for school. She felt recharged, almost electric, daring the day to limit her enthusiasm.

Which statement best describes the use of diction in this passage?

The author uses many words with negative connotations.
The author uses many words with positive connotations.
The author uses many formal words.
The author uses many unusual words.

Answer 1

The author uses many words with positive connotations. The diction ("eager," "recharged," "almost electric," "enthusiasm," "daring") conveys energetic, upbeat feelings.