Read this excerpt from the selection. Why does the author place quotation marks around the word “product”?
A to show the use of a figure of speech
B to call attention to a new speaker
C to emphasize the author’s point
D to highlight the use of a new word
The correct answer is D to highlight the use of a new word.
Quotation marks are often used to indicate that a term is being introduced in a specific context or may have a special meaning. In this case, the author likely uses quotation marks around “product” to draw attention to its particular significance or usage in the excerpt.