Homework Help: 7th grade language arts Ms. Sue please

Posted by Delilah on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at 6:52pm.

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In the phrase, "the grim-faced Yankee principal," how is the word "Yankee" an example of semantic slanting? (1 point)

It is used with a negative connotation.
It is an exaggeration.
It presents a vivid image.

Is the answer:
It is used with a negative connotation.

7th grade language arts Ms. Sue please - Ms. Sue, Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at 6:52pm
Right. :-)
7th grade language arts Ms. Sue please - Delilah, Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at 7:08pm
okay thanks so much!
7th grade language arts Ms. Sue please - Ms. Sue, Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at 7:09pm
You're welcome.

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