1. Netta and Jim argued over their views of free trade.
2. Netta and Jim had different views on free trade.
3. Netta and Jim were sharply split over the issue of free trade.
4. Netta and Jim refused to discuss the issue of free trade.
Which of the four sentences is not neutral?
A. 4
B. 2
C. 3
D. 1
The answer is 'C'. This is the only choice containing a "loaded" phrase that conveys an emotional portrayal. Read this choice again and note the mental image it creates.
is d correct ?
The only one that seems substantially different is A, in the other three they are not in active conflict. ??? What examples does your text give?
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The sentence that is not neutral is:
D. 1. Netta and Jim argued over their views of free trade.
This sentence implies that Netta and Jim engaged in a heated disagreement or conflict over their views on free trade. The use of the word "argued" suggests that there was tension or disagreement between them, which indicates a lack of neutrality.