Question

implicit meaning is best defined as _____, while explicit meaning is best defined as _____.

meaning unavailable on the surface of the movie; a deep - level association, connection, or inference

meaning available on the surface of the movie; a deep - level association, connection, or inference

meaning unconnected to the movie; meaning connected to the movie

a deep - level association, connection, or inference; meaning available on the surface of the movie

meaning available on the surface of the movie; a superficial - level association, connection, or inference

Explanation:

Implicit meaning refers to deeper - level associations not on the surface, while explicit meaning is what is clearly available on the surface.

Answer:

D. a deep - level association, connection, or inference; meaning available on the surface of the movie