Your sister turns to you and says, "Are you as hungry as I am? Why don't you come to lunch with me?" Her question is a good example of the operation of ___________ in language.

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Positive politeness strategies aim to make the addressee feel good about themselves, their interests, or their wants. In this case, the sister's invitation is framed in a way that seeks to establish a positive connection, showing concern for the listener's needs (hunger) and suggesting a shared activity (lunch), which is a characteristic of positive politeness.

Your Sister Turns to You and Says, "Are You as Hungry