Which of the following terms has a connotation that would best contribute to a desperate tone? a. embracing b. getting c. holding d. clinging

D) Clinging.

Explanation: The connotation of a word is the meaning given by the context or even by the readers (or listeners) based on their emotions or personal experiences. From the given options, the word that would best contribut to a desperate tone, is the corresponding to option D: clinging, because it means to stick onto or hold something or someone tightly, or to refuse to stop holding it, him, or her.

the answer is a

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explanation:

the answer to your question is the introduction, because the main text is the body paragraphs, and the table of contents is used to locate paragraphs, and the conclusion is where you wrap up all your thoughts in the end.