Question

11) Which strategy would MOST improve Laurel's statement by making its language more conventional? (Laurel is meeting with the new neighbors to discuss babysitting for her three year old daughter.) Laurel: "I always enjoy babysitting for a little boy named Grant on the weekend, even though I could be out shooting the breeze with friends."

Answer 1

The correct answer is "Ethos".

"Ethos" is a Greek word that means "character". It is also used to make reference to beliefs or ideas that characterize a group of people. This term is often used to describe the persuasive technique of being able to reach someone's behavior or morals and influence them in order to obtain the desired result.

In this case, Laurel is trying to convince them that she has a strong sense of responsibility, as she has worked as a baby sitter before despite having the option to go out with her friends.

Answer 2

Change the phrase "shooting the breeze" because it is too informal and cannot be understood literally.