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What does the term 'meaningful utterance' refer to?
What does the term 'meaningful utterance' refer to?
- A question posed without any expectation of an answer
- An assertion that has literal or figurative interpretation
- The act of expressing a thought or idea with significant context (correct)
- A statement that lacks clarity or purpose
Which of the following is an example of an assertion?
Which of the following is an example of an assertion?
- 'I think it might rain today.'
- 'Would you like to go outside?'
- 'The Earth orbits the Sun.' (correct)
- 'Is it raining outside?'
What distinguishes a statement from an assertion?
What distinguishes a statement from an assertion?
- Assertions contain a judgment, while statements are purely factual
- Statements can be interpreted literally, while assertions are always figurative
- Statements must be questions, while assertions cannot be
- Both can be factual but assertions imply a strong belief (correct)
Which example conveys a literal meaning?
Which example conveys a literal meaning?
How would one correctly classify the statement 'It is raining outside'?
How would one correctly classify the statement 'It is raining outside'?
What is meant by topic restriction in communication?
What is meant by topic restriction in communication?
Which of the following scenarios best describes topic restriction?
Which of the following scenarios best describes topic restriction?
What role does the speaker play in enforcing topic restriction?
What role does the speaker play in enforcing topic restriction?
How does topic restriction affect communication dynamics?
How does topic restriction affect communication dynamics?
What is a potential downside of strict topic restriction?
What is a potential downside of strict topic restriction?
What is one advantage of paying close attention to wording when speaking?
What is one advantage of paying close attention to wording when speaking?
What is a potential downside of not monitoring wording during a speech?
What is a potential downside of not monitoring wording during a speech?
How might complex wording negatively affect a speaker?
How might complex wording negatively affect a speaker?
What is a consequence of overly formal wording in a speech?
What is a consequence of overly formal wording in a speech?
Why might a speaker prioritize accuracy in their wording?
Why might a speaker prioritize accuracy in their wording?
What does articulation primarily involve?
What does articulation primarily involve?
How does grammar contribute to communication?
How does grammar contribute to communication?
Which aspect of communication can be hindered without proper grammar?
Which aspect of communication can be hindered without proper grammar?
Which of the following best describes the role of articulation in speech?
Which of the following best describes the role of articulation in speech?
What might be a consequence of poor articulation?
What might be a consequence of poor articulation?
What role do clear pronoun references play in writing?
What role do clear pronoun references play in writing?
Which of the following best captures the significance of clear arguments in writing?
Which of the following best captures the significance of clear arguments in writing?
Why should a conclusion be drawn in a well-structured piece of writing?
Why should a conclusion be drawn in a well-structured piece of writing?
What is a consequence of having unclear pronoun references in a text?
What is a consequence of having unclear pronoun references in a text?
How can clear arguments impact the quality of writing?
How can clear arguments impact the quality of writing?
What is a primary goal of building rapport with an audience?
What is a primary goal of building rapport with an audience?
Which of the following best describes the concept of rapport?
Which of the following best describes the concept of rapport?
What does understanding the audience facilitate in rapport building?
What does understanding the audience facilitate in rapport building?
Why is trust important in building rapport?
Why is trust important in building rapport?
What is NOT a characteristic of rapport building?
What is NOT a characteristic of rapport building?
Flashcards
Meaningful utterance
Meaningful utterance
An act or idea of making a statement or assertion with meaning.
Assertion
Assertion
A declarative statement used to declare something that is true and verifiable.
Statement
Statement
A sentence that declares a fact or belief.
Example of assertion
Example of assertion
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Example of statement
Example of statement
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Topic Restriction
Topic Restriction
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Communication Topics
Communication Topics
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Speaker Control
Speaker Control
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Communication Process
Communication Process
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Repair in Communication
Repair in Communication
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Why Use Precise Wording?
Why Use Precise Wording?
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What Happens Without Precise Wording?
What Happens Without Precise Wording?
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Consequence of Complex Message
Consequence of Complex Message
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Why Can Precise Wording Be Less Engaging?
Why Can Precise Wording Be Less Engaging?
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Natural Communication
Natural Communication
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Clear Pronoun References
Clear Pronoun References
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Why are Clear Pronoun References Important?
Why are Clear Pronoun References Important?
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Conclusion
Conclusion
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Argument
Argument
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Information
Information
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Rapport
Rapport
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Trust
Trust
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How to Build Rapport
How to Build Rapport
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Why Rapport Matters
Why Rapport Matters
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How Trust Affects Communication
How Trust Affects Communication
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Articulation
Articulation
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Grammar
Grammar
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Utterance
Utterance
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Speech Sounds
Speech Sounds
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Foundation of Communication
Foundation of Communication
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Study Notes
Speech Acts
- Speech Acts are actions performed through language.
- These include statements, questions, commands, and promises.
- They involve the words used, their purpose, and the response to that purpose.
- Speakers use speech acts to perform actions (e.g., making statements, asking questions).
Types of Speech Acts
- Representatives: Assertions, statements, claims, hypotheses, descriptions, and suggestions. These can be true or false.
- Commissives: Actions speakers commit to (promises, threats, pledges, vows).
- Directives: Actions intending to get someone to do something (commands, challenges, requests, invitations, entreaties, dares).
- Declarations: Changing the state of affairs by speaking (blessings, hiring/firing, baptisms, arrests, marriages).
- Expressives: Speaker's psychological state (greetings, apologies, congratulations, condolences).
- Verdictives: Making assessments, evaluations, or judgments. (examples: ranking, assessing, and deciding the winner.)
Speech Act Theory
- Locutionary Act: The literal meaning of the words used. (e.g., "It is raining outside.")
- Illocutionary Act: The speaker's intention behind the words. (e.g., the speaker wants the hearer to use an umbrella).
- Perlocutionary Act: The effect of the utterance on the listener or situation. (e.g., the hearer might decide to use an umbrella or stay inside).
Communicative Strategies
- Techniques used to overcome communication problems.
- Example strategies: Topic nomination, topic restriction, turn-taking, topic shifting, topic control.
Types of Speeches
- Informative: Providing information about a topic.
- Persuasive: Influencing the audience's opinions or actions.
- Entertaining: Making the audience happy or amused.
- Manuscript Reading: Delivered from a prepared text word-for-word.
- Memorized: Delivered with no notes or text.
- Extemporaneous: Prepared using notes or an outline.
- Impromptu: Delivered without prior preparation.
Principles of Speech Writing
- Audience Profile: Understanding the characteristics of the audience.
- Logical Organization: Arrangement of ideas to make the speech clear.
Elements Affected by Shift
- Speech Context: The situation in which the speaker delivers the speech.
- Speech Styles: The variety of language used.
- Speech Act: The intended action through the speech.
- Communicative Strategy: The methods used to deliver the message successfully.
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This quiz explores the concept of Speech Acts, focusing on how language serves as an action. It covers different types of speech acts such as representatives, commissives, directives, declarations, expressives, and verdictives. Understanding these categories enhances comprehension of communication purposes and effects.