Hi, I have a question that says

7. Which word describes the word choice in the following sentence?

Perhaps the craziest characteristics of a loon is its weird call, which sounds like someone cackling, a high - pitched laugh.

A). traditional
B). Informal
C). formal
D). Academic

will someone please explain to me what these word choices mean?

Thank you

@Ms.Sue

Look up the words you don't understand. Type the word into your web browser (Google, Bing, whatever you have) and the word "definition", to do so. In this case, also go back to your text materials to find out how these words are used in this context.

Please help @writeteacher anybody please

My goodness! I responded within 5 minutes. Have a little patience!

Look them up in a dictionary. If you don't have a hard copy, try

http://www.learnersdictionary.com/definition/

@Reed, I know, I was being a little impatient, but normally no one answers my questions

Thank you @PsyDAG

In this instance, I do not know how your text materials use these terms. I would opt for "informal", since the statement uses the value judgment "weird". But, again, I don't have access to your text materials. You'll have to figure this one out on that basis.

Thank you @Reed I didn't see your answer, my internet is horrid

Of course, I'd be happy to explain the word choices for you.

1. Traditional: Traditional word choices typically adhere to established and conventional language use. They are often associated with formal settings, such as academic writing or professional correspondence. Traditional word choices prioritize correctness and avoid slang or casual expressions.

2. Informal: Informal word choices are more relaxed and conversational in nature. They are commonly used in everyday conversation, casual writing, or informal settings where strict grammar or formality may not be necessary. Informal word choices often include slang terms or colloquial expressions.

3. Formal: Formal word choices are appropriate for serious and professional contexts, such as formal documents, business communication, or academic writing. Formal language tends to follow standard grammar and avoids contractions or colloquial expressions.

4. Academic: Academic word choices are specific to the language used in scholarly writing and research. Academic language often employs specialized terminology, complex sentence structures, and precise vocabulary to convey information accurately within a particular academic discipline.

In the given sentence, "Perhaps the craziest characteristics of a loon is its weird call, which sounds like someone cackling, a high-pitched laugh," the word choice can be described as informal. The use of the phrase "craziest characteristics" and the colloquial term "weird" portrays a more relaxed and conversational tone, indicating an informal word choice.

Therefore, the correct answer would be B) Informal.