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Statement & Assumption — “I am actually enjoying my experience in the forest and my health is quite fine,” says a message from a hostage. Which assumptions are implicit? I. The hostage’s well-wishers may panic. II. The well-wishers may go into a frenzy.

Difficulty: Easy

if only assumption I is implicit.
if only assumption II is implicit.
if either I or II is implicit.
if neither I nor II is implicit.
None of these

Correct Answer: if only assumption I is implicit.

Explanation:

Introduction / Context:
A reassurance message (“enjoying… health is fine”) presumes that loved ones are worried and need calming. Panic is the natural concern the sender seeks to mitigate.

Concept / Approach:
Assumption I is necessary: without anticipating worry/panic, there is little point in emphasising wellbeing. Assumption II—“frenzy”—is a stronger, escalated state and is not necessary for sending reassurance.

Statement & Assumption — “I am actually enjoying my experience in the forest and my health is quite fine,” says a message from a hostage. Which assumptions are implicit? I. The hostage’s well-wishers may panic. II. The well-wishers may go into a frenzy.

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