Mastering Discourse
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Which one of the following is a characteristic of discourse?

  • It is derived from the Latin word 'discursus' (correct)
  • It consists of letters
  • It is a symbol/sign systematized by grammar
  • It is shorter than a single sentence

    • What does the Latin prefix 'dis' mean in relation to discourse?

  • To run away (correct)
  • To flow
  • To think
  • To speak

    • What is connected discourse also known as?

  • Connected communication
  • Connected text
  • Connected speech (correct)
  • Connected language

    • What are the two aspects of connected discourse?

    <p>Content and form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of discourse?

    <p>To convey ideas logically/chronologically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step comes after words in the discourse process?

    <p>Sentences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Latin word 'discursus' mean?

    <p>Conversation speech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of connected discourse?

    <p>To convey information about people's experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the Latin prefix 'dis' in relation to discourse?

    <p>To run away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two aspects of connected discourse?

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