elaborated vs restricted code Flashcards

1
Q

which class used restricted code

A

working class - viewed as less educated

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2
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which class used elaborated code (and could use both codes)

A

middle class - viewed as educated so had access to both codes

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3
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restricted code

A

-used on familiar/informal settings
-shared context/knowledge
-diectic lexis
-slang, grammatically incorrect lang
-basic vocab

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4
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elaborated code

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-detailed lexis
grammatical constructions
-used in formal settings
-latinate vocab , standard english
-lack of shared knowledge

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