Chapter 34 - Genderlect Styles

Question 1

Genderlect

Answer 1

A term suggesting that masculine and feminine styles of discourse can be viewed as distinct cultural dialects; like a different language.

Question 2

Rapport Talk (RAP)

Answer 2

The typical style of women, which seeks to establish connection with others

Question 3

Report Talk (REP)

Answer 3

The typical monologic style of men, which seeks to command attention, convey information, and win arguments.

Question 4

RAP/REP Talk Manifests Itself in 5 Contextx

Answer 4

1) Public v private conversation - women talk more in private conversations, men talk in mixed company. 2) Telling stories - men tell jokes or compelling stories to top one another. Women establish relation by showing vulnerability through self-deprecation. 3) Listening - women tend to be active and participating listeners while men often appear to be less involved. 4) Asking question - men don’t ask for fear of appearing ignorant or incompetent while women see asking as an opportunity to connect. 5) Conflict - men are more inclined to conflict men are also acutely aware when they are being told what to do, which is a source of conflict.

Question 5

“Cooperative Overlap”

Answer 5

A supportive interruption showing agreement, encouragement, or solidarity, subtly different from disruption or domination

Question 6

Tag Question

Answer 6

A short question at the end of a declarative statement, often used by women to soften the sting of potential disagreement or invite open, friendly dialogue