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What distinguishes the frozen speech style from others?
What distinguishes the frozen speech style from others?
In which situation would a formal speech style be most appropriately employed?
In which situation would a formal speech style be most appropriately employed?
What is a key characteristic of consultative speech?
What is a key characteristic of consultative speech?
Which is a typical context for using casual speech?
Which is a typical context for using casual speech?
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What aspect does formal speech style eliminate from its structure?
What aspect does formal speech style eliminate from its structure?
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How does frozen speech primarily function in communication?
How does frozen speech primarily function in communication?
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What would not typically be a characteristic of casual speech style?
What would not typically be a characteristic of casual speech style?
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What is a common example of consultative speech?
What is a common example of consultative speech?
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Study Notes
Employing Appropriate Communicative Styles
- Good communication is vital for healthy relationships and conflict resolution.
- Speech styles vary by formality level.
- Five types of communicative styles: frozen, formal, consultative, casual, intimate.
Frozen Style
- Highly formal and fixed.
- Uses complex grammar and vocabulary.
- One-way communication.
- Examples: plays, weddings, funerals, formal ceremonies.
- Example quote: "Good Night, Good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow..." (Juliet from Romeo and Juliet)
Formal Style
- Primarily written, not spoken.
- Formal tone, avoiding contractions and qualifying adverbs.
- Usually informative, but can be persuasive.
- One-way communication, but can be bidirectional in certain situations.
- Examples: presidential addresses, research papers, legal documents, sermons.
Consultative Style
- Primarily used in spoken communication.
- Bidirectional, speaker and listener give feedback.
- Unplanned speech that requires feedback from the listener, or listener participation.
- Examples: doctor/patient appointments, teacher/student conferences, employee/employer meetings.
Casual Style
- Informal and common among peers.
- Multi-directional, with both speaker and listener actively participating.
- Usually spoken, but can also be used in writing, such as text messages or emails.
- Examples: conversations with friends, online chats, team/group hangouts.
Intimate Style
- This is not specified in the document.
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Test your knowledge on different communicative styles and their applications. This quiz explores frozen, formal, consultative, casual, and intimate styles, providing examples and contexts for each. Understanding these styles is essential for effective communication in various settings.
