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What characterizes casual language register?

It requires professional etiquette and structure.

It is strictly academic and devoid of personal experience.

It is used for formal situations and presentations.

It includes slang and colloquialisms among peers. (correct)

Which of the following best describes the consultative language register?

Standard communication often involving mutual understanding. (correct)

A one-way communication style.

Use of jargon specific to a particular profession.

Informal language used exclusively amongst close friends.

In which scenarios is the casual language register appropriate?

While giving a formal speech at a conference.

During a business meeting with clients.

In an interview for a job position.

At a family gathering with relatives. (correct)

What is a key difference between casual and consultative registers?

Casual register has no structure while consultative does. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of slang in language registers?

Slang is typically used within the casual register among peers. Signup and view all the answers

Casual language register is often characterized by the use of formal vocabulary.

False Signup and view all the answers

The consultative language register is defined by one-way communication without structured interaction.

False Signup and view all the answers

Members of a casual language register often share past experiences with one another.

True Signup and view all the answers

Colloquialisms are rarely used in the consultative language register.

True Signup and view all the answers

Participating in a casual language register does not require membership in the given social group.

False Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Language Registers: Casual

Informal language used by friends and peers.
Includes slang, vulgarity, and colloquialisms.
Past experience with the person is common.
Specific to a group; requires membership to participate.

Language Registers: Consultative

Standard form of communication.
Follows a mutually agreed-upon communication structure.
Two-way communication, used in conversations with professionals.
Shows no previous relationship with the person.

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Description

This quiz explores the two main types of language registers: casual and consultative. It covers the features of informal language used among friends and the standard communication form used in professional interactions. Test your understanding of these important distinctions in language use.