The term connotation refers to ______.

a. the use of language to identify something in a simple and straightforward way
b. failing to understand the implications and background behind words
c. the use of language to identify something in a specific or literal way
d. understanding the implications and background behind words

d. understanding the implications and background behind words

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Which of the following does NOT describe the individualistic orientation?

a. values independence b. respects autonomy c. emphasizes group harmony d. believes one's responsibility is to one's self

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Jessie used an example of a family in need to get his listeners to give money to his charity. Jessie used _______

a. a display rule b. an emotional appeal c. emotional blackmail d. dysemmia

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