What is the benefit of a vivid style?

Maria is trying to talk to Miguel about her day. She begins to realize that Miguel is tired and

distracted. He has spent a long day at work and is now trying to balance the checkbook. He is also worrying about a test he has coming up soon. He just isn't ready to listen. Of which barrier to effective listening has Maria just become aware? A) information overload B) information rate C) external noise D) personal agenda

When speaking, you probably make greater use of such expressions as although, however, and perhaps than when you are writing

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.