Language and Power Theories

?

1. Which of these is a correct example of 'Off-Record Indirect Politeness'?

  • "I had tried to call, but there was no answer..."
  • "I was wondering if..."
  • "So, is it okay if I borrow one?"
  • "Ooh! I want one of those!'
1 of 14

Other questions in this quiz

2. What is Giles well-known for?

  • Maxims in language
  • The Theory of Politeness
  • The Prestige Analysis
  • Dominant Ideology

3. What is a dominant ideology?

  • A goal or value set by society
  • A way in which everyone should live their lives

4. According to Grice's Maxims, which of these is not a rule of conversation?

  • Quantity
  • Relevance
  • Manner
  • Politeness
  • Quality

5. Who created the face theory?

  • Giles
  • Brown and Levinson
  • Goffman
  • Fairclough
View more questions

Comments

emily

Report

All I can say is WOW!:)

Similar English Language resources:

See all English Language resources »See all Language and gender resources »