Women's Language and Linguistic Features
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What pattern of [h]-dropping was observed in Sydney?

  • Men and women pronounce Mrs. Hall with equal [h]-dropping
  • There is no difference in [h]-dropping between men and women
  • Men pronounce Mrs. Hall with less [h]-dropping than women
  • Women pronounce Mrs. Hall with less [h]-dropping than men (correct)
  • What is a possible reason why women use more standard English than men?

  • Women have a natural inclination towards standard language
  • Men are more comfortable with vernacular speech
  • Women are more concerned with social status (correct)
  • Women are generally more educated than men
  • What is the role that society tends to expect from women?

  • To avoid offending men
  • To challenge social norms
  • To model correct behavior in the community (correct)
  • To promote vernacular speech
  • Why do subordinate groups, such as women and children, tend to use more standard language forms?

    <p>To avoid offending others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of vernacular speech?

    <p>It is informal and relaxed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between social class and language use?

    <p>Higher social class uses more standard English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reason why women are more likely to use standard language forms?

    <p>To claim a higher social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of speech is often used in informal conversations?

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

    What is a characteristic of women's linguistic behavior?

    <p>They use more standard English than men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible explanation for why women use more standard language forms?

    <p>To claim a higher social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common finding in research on language and social class?

    <p>Higher social class uses more standard English</p> Signup and view all the answers

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