Question

Which of the following argument uses connotative words to evoke the saddest feeling?

A. There are thousands of shelter dogs in the United States that need to be adopted.

B. If you do not adopt these small, scared shelter dogs, we aren't sure what the future holds.

C. Experts say that adopting shelter dogs lowers your stress level.​

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

Words like small and scared have a negative connotative meaning

Answer 2

Answer:

B.

Explanation:

The word "small" is closely linked to a sense of helplessness, implying that the dogs are unable to fend for themselves. The word "scared" also suggests that these small dogs are frightened and in need of help. The phrase, "we aren't sure what the future holds" is ominous and further contributes to the feeling of hopelessness. All together, the argument invokes sadness within the readers and urges them to go adopt these dogs.