Question

1. read this sentence from paragraph 2 of \the face.\ \we kicked into high gear, knowing that the narcissistic selfie - takers would soon be nipping at our heels.\ which of the following best describes the diction in this sentence and the way it conveys the narrators perspective and tone? diction: informal, colorful word choice with a sophisticated word for emphasis tone / narrators perspective: shows an attitude of easy contempt diction: sophisticated word choice with slang words for emphasis tone / narrators perspective: expresses a sense of great excitement diction: simple, conversational word choice tone / narrators perspective: shows an attitude of warm optimism diction: formal, technical word choice tone / narrators perspective: expresses a sense of impending danger

Explanation:

The phrase "kicked into high gear" is informal and colorful. The word "narcissistic" is a more sophisticated word. The narrator seems to look down on selfie - takers, showing a sense of contempt.

Answer:

A. Diction: informal, colorful word choice with a sophisticated word for emphasis
Tone / Narrator's Perspective: shows an attitude of easy contempt