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1/30 Stilistika dan Register Lanjutan C2

A journalist writing an investigative report deliberately adopts a detached, objective tone, using factual language and avoiding any personal opinions or emotional appeals. What is the most sophisticated stylistic analysis of this choice in terms of establishing credibility and influencing the reader's register?

It is an outdated stylistic convention that reduces readability. It constructs an ethos of impartiality and authority, inviting the reader into a critical, analytical register based on perceived factual veracity. It signals a lack of personal conviction on the part of the journalist. It makes the report boring and unengaging for the average reader.

2/30 Stative vs Dynamic Verbs (Penggunaan Lanjutan) C2

The actor ___ the character with great skill.

portrays are portraying portray is portraying

3/30 Koordinasi Lanjutan (Struktur Paralel dan Konjungsi Korelatif) C2

The weather was neither pleasant ______ sunny.

or and but nor

4/30 Pragmatik (Hành vi Bahasa, Implikatur, Strategi Kesopanan) C2

Critically evaluate the 'literal meaning first' hypothesis in pragmatic processing, considering alternative models like Relevance Theory.

The 'literal meaning first' hypothesis is a grammatical rule for sentence structure. The 'literal meaning first' hypothesis is universally accepted as the only model of pragmatic processing. The 'literal meaning first' hypothesis suggests listeners always process literal meaning before inferring pragmatic meaning. However, Relevance Theory and other models argue that pragmatic inference can be immediate and parallel, with context guiding interpretation from the outset, challenging the sequential view. The 'literal meaning first' hypothesis states that pragmatic meaning is always irrelevant.

5/30 Wacana dan Koherensi Lanjutan C2

The company invested in new technology. As a consequence, its productivity increased significantly.

Similarly In addition As a consequence Meanwhile

6/30 Leksikogramatika (Kolokasi dan Ekspresi Tetap) C2

The company decided to ______ its workforce.

C: decrease A: reduce B: cut D

7/30 Arsitektur Kalimat Kompleks C2

Which of the following complex sentences demonstrates the most effective use of an inverted conditional clause to express a strong suggestion or advice?

If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact us. You should encounter any problems, and do not hesitate to contact us. Do not hesitate to contact us if you encounter any problems. Should you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact us.

8/30 Pola Morfologi Lanjutan C2

In the word 'unbreakable', which morpheme is the root?

break -able un- unbreak

9/30 Arsitektur Kalimat Kompleks C2

Which sentence correctly uses an adverb clause of purpose with a comma?

She worked through the night, so that she could finish on time. So that she could finish on time, she worked through the night. So that she could finish on time she worked through the night. She worked through the night so that she could finish on time.

10/30 Pragmatik (Hành vi Bahasa, Implikatur, Strategi Kesopanan) C2

What is the pragmatic concept of 'repair' in conversation analysis?

The process of repeating everything a speaker says. The act of intentionally causing misunderstandings. The process by which conversational participants address and correct problems in speaking, hearing, or understanding. The act of fixing a broken object during a conversation.

11/30 Aspect dalam Narasi dan Wacana Kompleks C2

In the sentence 'He was always leaving his socks on the floor,' the past progressive with 'always' expresses...

A neutral description of a past routine. A single, long action in the past. Annoyance at a repeated, irritating habit. Admiration for his consistency.

12/30 Subordinasi Lanjutan (Klausa Partisipial, Absolut, dan Infinitif) C2

The fact _______ he resigned surprised everyone.

how which that what

13/30 Aspect dalam Narasi dan Wacana Kompleks C2

The 'Experiential Perfect' (e.g., 'Have you ever been to Bali?') frames a past action as...

Part of a subject's accumulated 'portfolio' of life experiences, with current relevance. A hypothetical event that never happened. A specific event with a known time and date. A plan for a future trip.

14/30 Koordinasi Lanjutan (Struktur Paralel dan Konjungsi Korelatif) C2

The company's success is attributed to its innovative products, dedicated employees, and ______ customer service.

exceptional excepting to except exceptionally

15/30 Stative vs Dynamic Verbs (Penggunaan Lanjutan) C2

The latest report ___ the spread of the virus.

are concerning concerns is concerning concern

16/30 Koordinasi Lanjutan (Struktur Paralel dan Konjungsi Korelatif) C2

You can either call me at home ______ at the office.

but and or nor

17/30 Subordinasi Lanjutan (Klausa Partisipial, Absolut, dan Infinitif) C2

_______ the fact that he was warned, he still made the same mistake.

Because of In order that Despite Now that

18/30 Stilistika dan Register Lanjutan C2

Which stylistic device involves the use of an exaggerated statement for emphasis or effect?

Meiosis Litotes Hyperbole Understatement

19/30 Wacana dan Koherensi Lanjutan C2

The company's financial performance has been consistently strong. This is largely attributable to its innovative product development and aggressive market expansion strategies.

Therefore, it results from However, it is due to In contrast, it is because of This is largely attributable to

20/30 Wacana dan Koherensi Lanjutan C2

The research identified several barriers to effective communication. These included cultural differences, language barriers, and technological limitations.

Therefore In addition These included For example

21/30 Pragmatik (Hành vi Bahasa, Implikatur, Strategi Kesopanan) C2

What is the study of how language is used to achieve goals in social interactions?

Pragmatics. Semantics. Syntax. Phonology.

22/30 Leksikogramatika (Kolokasi dan Ekspresi Tetap) C2

The company will ______ a loss this quarter.

A B: do C: take D: get

23/30 Pola Morfologi Lanjutan C2

The plural form of 'syllabus' can be 'syllabuses' or 'syllabi'. The latter is an example of which irregular plural formation?

Vowel mutation Zero plural Old English plural suffix Latin plural

24/30 Leksikogramatika (Kolokasi dan Ekspresi Tetap) C2

He has a ______ command of English.

D: powerful C A: good B: high

25/30 Stilistika dan Register Lanjutan C2

Which stylistic feature is most indicative of a 'consultative' register, as opposed to a 'formal' or 'casual' one?

Use of highly specialized jargon without explanation. Strict adherence to prescriptive grammar rules. Reliance on non-verbal cues and shared context. Two-way participation with frequent interruptions and questions.

26/30 Arsitektur Kalimat Kompleks C2

Which of these is a subordinating conjunction?

Until. And. Or. But.

27/30 Stative vs Dynamic Verbs (Penggunaan Lanjutan) C2

He ___ a very generous person.

are are being is being is

28/30 Pola Morfologi Lanjutan C2

Which word demonstrates a change in possessive case through inflectional morphology?

dog's dogged doggy dogs

29/30 Aspect dalam Narasi dan Wacana Kompleks C2

In narrative, a switch from past progressive to simple past often signals...

A change in location. The end of the story. An interrupting action. Two parallel actions.

30/30 Subordinasi Lanjutan (Klausa Partisipial, Absolut, dan Infinitif) C2

I believe _______ he is telling the truth.

what if that how

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