What kind of language use is especially important to developing effective narratives?

Verbal symbols and grammar compose ______.

a. messages b. ideas c. gestures d. language

Which statement is an indirect response to the question "What's for dinner, honey"?

A. "I'm not cooking tonight. I ordered Chinese takeout." B. "Why do you always ask me that as soon as I get home from work?" C. "Tony said the new Mexican place down the street is great, and they deliver." D. "I think you should prepare the meal this evening."