Question

guided practice now answer one last question on word choice in the crisis by thomas paine. he has obstructed the administration of justice, by refusing his assent to laws for establishing judiciary powers. which word from the passage could be considered the most emotionally charged or “loaded” word? a. laws b. obstructed c. assent d. establishing

Explanation:

"Obstructed" carries a strong negative, critical tone, framing the action as intentional interference with a vital function (justice administration) which makes it emotionally charged. The other options ("laws", "assent", "establishing") are neutral, factual terms without inherent emotional weight.

Answer:

B. obstructed