Question

because of his journalistic background, ernest hemingways diction tends to be
a combination of formal and informal.
neither formal nor informal.
only formal.
only informal.

Explanation:

Journalistic writing often balances formal (for clarity, accuracy) and informal (for accessibility, engaging readers) elements. Hemingway, with his journalistic background, would blend these in his diction. The other options are incorrect: "neither" is illogical, "only formal" is too rigid (journalism isn't only formal), and "only informal" lacks the precision journalism requires.

Answer:

A. a combination of formal and informal.