Question 1

The N of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to the expectations that speakers have about appropriateness of speech use. These are called the
A)nestings.
B)niceties.
C)normalities.
D)norms.

Accepted Answer

The "N" in Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G model stands for "Norms," which refers to the social rules or expectations that govern the use of speech in different contexts, indicating how speakers should behave in particular situations.

Question 2

The criterion of "mutual intelligibility" is a clear-cut way to distinguish a dialect from a language.

Accepted Answer

Mutual intelligibility is not always a clear-cut criterion for distinguishing a dialect from a language because there are cases where dialects of the same language are not mutually intelligible, and conversely, speakers of different languages can sometimes understand each other due to linguistic similarities or borrowing.

Question 3

The close study of actual conversational exchanges is called
A)symbolic analysis (SA).
B)phonological analysis (PA).
C)morphological analysis (MA).
D)conversation analysis (CA).

Accepted Answer

Conversation analysis (CA) is the study of the structure and patterns of conversation and spoken interactions, focusing on how participants understand and respond to each other in their turns at talk.

Question 4

The right to be listened to (acquired by acquiring symbolic capital)is a crucial source of power and influence in any given situation.

Accepted Answer

Symbolic capital, as conceptualized by Pierre Bourdieu, refers to the prestige, recognition, and respect one gains within a social space, which can significantly enhance one's ability to be heard and exert influence, thereby acting as a source of power in various contexts.

Question 5

Knowing the grammar and dictionary of a language is all that is required to use a language in everyday life.

Accepted Answer

Understanding a language fully also involves mastering its cultural nuances, idioms, slang, and the ability to use it in context, which goes beyond just grammar and vocabulary.

Question 6

An approach whose goal is the discovery of those rules that help to legitimate particular conversational practices, as well as the ideas or ideologies that people have about languages and conversations, is called
A)exchange analysis (EA).
B)rule analysis (RA).
C)morphological analysis (MA).
D)discourse analysis (DA).

Accepted Answer

Discourse analysis (DA) is the study of the ways in which language is used in texts and contexts, focusing on the rules and practices of conversation and the ideologies about language and communication that underpin them.

Question 7

A "rich point" is a phrase that refers to moments when things flow harmoniously and mutual understanding is close to perfect in a speech situation.

Accepted Answer

A "rich point" refers to moments in cross-cultural communication where misunderstanding or confusion occurs due to differences in linguistic or cultural backgrounds, highlighting a gap in mutual understanding.

Question 8

Explain the difference between linguistic competence and communicative competence.

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Question 9

Describe one of the cases of miscommunication described in your textbook.  Identify the components of Agar's MAR, which take place in the event as described.

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Question 10

The I of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to the channels that are used (speaking, writing, signing, etc.)as well as the varieties of language that speakers use (language, dialect, register, etc.). These are called the
A)impositionals.
B)inlays.
C)instrumentalities.
D)isms.

Accepted Answer

The "I" in Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G model stands for "Instrumentalities," which refers to the forms and methods of communication used, including the channels (speaking, writing, signing) and the varieties of language (language, dialect, register).

Question 11

The idea that situations affect the meanings of words is an important one in linguistic anthropology.

Accepted Answer

Linguistic anthropology studies how language influences social life, including how different contexts or situations can alter the meanings and interpretations of words.

Question 12

Research indicates that university students see communication via texting using a cell phone and face-to-face communication as fundamentally different.  Using the SPEAKING acronym, identify the element of the speech event that is the site of the difference.  Then discuss the elements in which this difference might make changes.

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Question 13

The G of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to different kinds of speech acts or events. These are called the
A)genres.
B)graphemes.
C)gestures.
D)gravitations.

Accepted Answer

The G in Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G model stands for "Genres," referring to different types of speech acts or communicative events, such as jokes, interviews, or stories.

Quiz 6: Language in Action

The N of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to the expectations that speakers have about appropriateness of speech use. These are called the

The criterion of "mutual intelligibility" is a clear-cut way to distinguish a dialect from a language.

The close study of actual conversational exchanges is called

The right to be listened to (acquired by acquiring symbolic capital)is a crucial source of power and influence in any given situation.

Knowing the grammar and dictionary of a language is all that is required to use a language in everyday life.

An approach whose goal is the discovery of those rules that help to legitimate particular conversational practices, as well as the ideas or ideologies that people have about languages and conversations, is called

A "rich point" is a phrase that refers to moments when things flow harmoniously and mutual understanding is close to perfect in a speech situation.

Explain the difference between linguistic competence and communicative competence.

Describe one of the cases of miscommunication described in your textbook. Identify the components of Agar's MAR, which take place in the event as described.

The I of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to the channels that are used (speaking, writing, signing, etc.) as well as the varieties of language that speakers use (language, dialect, register, etc.) . These are called the

The idea that situations affect the meanings of words is an important one in linguistic anthropology.

The G of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to different kinds of speech acts or events. These are called the