Which of the following statements is false? a. diction is a writer’s choice of words. b. syntax refers to word order. c. in a story, syntax and diction can reveal a character’s culture, education, and background. d. when characters in a story use very simple vocabulary it means they are very young.

D. When characters in a story use very simple vocabulary, it means they are very young is false. One example that comes to mind to refute this statement is the character Charles from A Wrinkle in Time; he is an extremely intelligent, perceptive 5-year-old who speaks in a manner that reflects this. There doubtless are many examples of aged characters who speak using simple vocabulary as well, so this must be false.
A, B, and C are correct.

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Hello there,

The correct answer to your question is D. When characters use simple vocabulary, it doesn't really mean that they are young. For example, an adult may use simple vocabulary to make a child understand something. It is easier that way :)

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