Question

question 1 of 5
which sentence best describes voice rather than style?
a. part ii begins a major shift as the author switches perspective.
b. pacing is an issue in the authors recently published short story.
c. in the book, the author sticks to her usual reliance on dialogue.
d. the author goes back and forth between first and third person.

Explanation:

Voice in writing refers to the unique perspective and personality of the author that comes through in their work, while style encompasses technical choices like perspective, pacing, and structural shifts.

• Option A describes a structural/perspective shift, a style element.
• Option B addresses pacing, a technical style choice.
• Option D refers to point-of-view shifts, another style feature.
• Option C focuses on the author's consistent, characteristic reliance on dialogue, which reflects their distinct voice.

Answer:

C. In the book, the author sticks to her usual reliance on dialogue.