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The participants in a linguistic interaction refer to the setting or social context.
The participants in a linguistic interaction refer to the setting or social context.
False
University students in Tanzania, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea find it easier to discuss their university subjects using their local dialects.
University students in Tanzania, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea find it easier to discuss their university subjects using their local dialects.
False
The aim or purpose of an interaction is generally not considered as a relevant factor in language choice.
The aim or purpose of an interaction is generally not considered as a relevant factor in language choice.
False
Linguistic choices do not generally indicate people's awareness of the influence of the participants, setting, topic, and function of the interaction.
Linguistic choices do not generally indicate people's awareness of the influence of the participants, setting, topic, and function of the interaction.
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Not all social factors discussed are relevant in any particular linguistic context.
Not all social factors discussed are relevant in any particular linguistic context.
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The solidarity-social distance scale emphasizes the relevance of linguistic choice based on how well we know someone.
The solidarity-social distance scale emphasizes the relevance of linguistic choice based on how well we know someone.
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The status scale mentioned in the text focuses on the relative status of participants and its impact on linguistic choices.
The status scale mentioned in the text focuses on the relative status of participants and its impact on linguistic choices.
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The formality scale discussed in the text is primarily concerned with the geographical location of the interaction.
The formality scale discussed in the text is primarily concerned with the geographical location of the interaction.
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People's choice between different languages in specific regions can indicate their judgments about relationships based on social dimensions.
People's choice between different languages in specific regions can indicate their judgments about relationships based on social dimensions.
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In the text, Sam's [h]-dropping behavior indicates his high social status within society as a whole.
In the text, Sam's [h]-dropping behavior indicates his high social status within society as a whole.
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Study Notes
Linguistic Interaction and Context
- Participants in a linguistic interaction are influenced by the setting or social context.
- University students in Tanzania, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea prefer discussing subjects in their local dialects, indicating a connection between language and cultural identity.
Purpose and Awareness in Language Choice
- The aim or purpose of an interaction is often not a significant factor in determining language choice.
- Linguistic choices typically do not reflect an awareness of the influence from participants, setting, topic, and function of the interaction.
Social Factors and Linguistic Relevance
- Not all discussed social factors are applicable in every linguistic context, suggesting variability in language usage.
- The solidarity-social distance scale highlights how linguistic choices vary based on personal familiarity with others.
Status and Formality in Language Use
- The status scale examines the relative status of participants and its effects on their linguistic choices.
- The formality scale emphasizes the geographical location of the interaction as a central influence on language choices.
Social Judgments and Language Selection
- Language choice between different languages in specific regions may reflect individuals' perceptions of their relationships based on social dimensions.
- An example of social status indicators in language is Sam's [h]-dropping behavior, which suggests a higher social status within society.
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Description
Explore the relevance of social factors in language use, such as the participants, social setting, and interaction functions. Understand how factors like who is talking to whom and the social context influence language variety. Delve into the study of sociolinguistics.
