Multiple choice

The 'value' of a word in a text means the

  1. appropriate use of the word in a particular context

  2. number of ways a word can be used

  3. dictionary meaning of a word

  4. significance of the word in a particular context
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Explanation

The value of a word in textual analysis refers to its significance and contribution to meaning within its specific context - how it shapes the discourse and carries meaning beyond its dictionary definition.

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