English Grammar Quiz 13

gobbledygook

pompous and wordy so that the meaning is almost completely obscured

jargon

problem: combat emplacement excavator, pupil stations, viable role models

jargon

can have a place in formal writing if it is used carefully

jargon

refers to technical terms used in a particular trade

keep your writing simple

best way to avoid misuse of jargon is to

jargon

problem: Despite the complex presentation, post-intervention prognosis is excellent

there, it, or this

words that are a symptom of wordiness

wordiness

problem: certain length of time, I would appreciate it if, with the exception of

redundancies

needless repetition of words or ideas

glossary of diction

where to find words that are commonly misused

glossary of diction

problem: affect vs effect, ain't, center around

trite

expressions that are dull or stale because of overuse

triteness

problem: fate worse than death, breakneck speed, add insult to injury

simile

a comparison using the words like or as

metaphor

an implied comparison, one that does not use like or as

hyperbole

a statement which conveys its meaning through strong exaggeration

personification

giving human characteristics to inanimate objects

correct idiomatic English

example: accuse of, charge with a crime, dissent from