Speaking to parents and children, a principal repeats a speech, first at a high level for parents and then at a simple level for children. She displays

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The principal is demonstrating sociolinguistic awareness by adjusting her speech to fit the linguistic abilities and experiences of her audience. She recognizes that parents have a broader vocabulary and understanding of language than young children, and adjusts her speech accordingly. This demonstrates an understanding of sociolinguistic conventions and the importance of adapting language use to fit different situations and audiences. The other answer choices do not accurately describe this situation.

Speaking to Parents and Children, a Principal Repeats a Speech