Question

question #4
true or false: direct quotations from a text do not have to include a reference to or a parenthetical citation from the text you are quoting from.
false true

question #5
in an argumentative essay, you should use your ______________ reason/point for an effective start to presenting your evidence and argument adequately.
best
opposing viewpoints
second-best

question #6
______________ of a word refers to the words specific and intended dictionary meaning.
syntax
diction
denotation
connotation

Explanation:

• Question #4: In academic writing, when using direct quotations, it is a fundamental rule to include a reference or parenthetical citation to give credit to the original source. This is to avoid plagiarism and to allow readers to verify the source.
• Question #5: In an argumentative essay, starting with your best reason/point is effective. It grabs the reader's attention and sets a strong foundation for your argument. Opposing viewpoints are usually addressed later (to refute them), and using the second - best reason doesn't have the same impact as starting with the strongest one.
• Question #6: Denotation refers to the explicit, dictionary - defined meaning of a word. Syntax is about the structure of sentences. Diction is related to word choice in writing. Connotation is the implied or associated meaning of a word (beyond its dictionary definition).

Answer:

• Question #4: False
• Question #5: Best
• Question #6: Denotation