Question

Since Americans are obsessed with the latest cell phones and gadgets, the government should tax technological purchases.

Which word in the sentence best appeals to emotions and logic?

A. obsessed
B. gadgets
C. technological
D. purchases

Answer 1

I would choose A. Obsessed.  One can argue that we are obsessed with cell phones and gadgets; however, one may see 'obsessed' as a negative connotation and disagree.

Answer 2

A. obsessed

Step-by-step explanation:

The word "obsessed" presents a negative connotation that is what occurs when the meaning of the word is unpleasant or unfavorable, awakens bad feelings about it depending on the context employed. This unpleasant sensation that this word provokes appeals to the emotion and logic of the reader, because no one wants to become obsessed with anything.