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What do different styles of speaking primarily reflect?
What do different styles of speaking primarily reflect?
- The roles, age, sex, and status of participants (correct)
- The speaker's emotional state
- The time of day the conversation occurs
- The geographical location of the conversation
Which speech style is most appropriate when participants are perceived as having unequal status?
Which speech style is most appropriate when participants are perceived as having unequal status?
- A formal speech style (correct)
- A humorous speech style
- A casual speech style
- An informal speech style
Which of the following combinations exemplifies a lexical change in speech style?
Which of the following combinations exemplifies a lexical change in speech style?
- Have you seen the boss?/ Have you seen the manager? (correct)
- Got the time?/ Do you have the time?
- Seen Joe lately?/ Have you seen Joe lately?
- Whachadoin?/ What are you doing?
What is a key function of successful management of speech styles?
What is a key function of successful management of speech styles?
Which of the following might indicate a more casual speech style?
Which of the following might indicate a more casual speech style?
Flashcards
Appropriate Speaking Style
Appropriate Speaking Style
Using a speaking style suitable for the situation, considering participants' roles, age, sex, status, and politeness.
Social Meaning in Time-Asking
Social Meaning in Time-Asking
Different ways of asking the time convey different social meanings related to the relationship between the speakers.
Casual Speech Style
Casual Speech Style
A speaking style used when speakers are seen as equal, emphasizing connection and solidarity.
Formal Speech Style
Formal Speech Style
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Speech Style Variations
Speech Style Variations
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Study Notes
Speaking Styles in Conversation
- Appropriate speaking styles depend on the situation, reflecting participants' roles, ages, genders, statuses, and politeness.
- Different ways to ask for the time convey different social meanings.
- "Got the time?" (casual, informal)
- "I guess it must be quite late now?" (indirect, tentative)
- "What's the time?" (neutral, direct)
- "Do you have the time?" (polite, formal)
- "Can I bother you for the time?" (more formal, request)
- "You wouldn't have the time, would you?" (indirect, polite)
- Variations in language (lexical, phonological, and grammatical) reflect the appropriate speaking style.
- "Have you seen the boss?" / "Have you seen the manager?" (lexical variation)
- "Whachadoin?" / "What are you doing?" (phonological variation)
- "Seen Joe lately?" / "Have you seen Joe lately?" (grammatical variation)
- Social perceptions of participants affect speech styles.
- Equal status: more casual, informal, emphasizing connection.
- Unequal status: more formal, marking dominance.
- Skilled use of different speaking styles is crucial for politeness and harmonious interaction.
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Description
Explore the various speaking styles used in conversation based on different social contexts. This quiz examines how factors such as role, status, and politeness influence language choices. Test your understanding of formal and informal speech in everyday interactions.
