Individual and Group Identity

Question 1

Australian Accents

Answer 1

Broad, General, Cultivated

Question 2

Standard Australian English

Answer 2

The variety of written and spoken English that is the common language and carries prestige within the Australian context.

Question 3

Sociolect

Answer 3

A variety of language used by a group of people who share aspects of their identity, such as: age, gender, sexuality, occupation, interests, aspirations, and education.

Question 4

Ethnolect

Answer 4

Language varieties that are specific to communities based on an ethnocultural heritage.

Question 5

Idiolect

Answer 5

An individual’s unique use of language, shaped by their experiences, background, and context.

Question 6

Overt Norms

Answer 6

Linguistic behaviours that are valued by the wider society.

Question 7

Covert Norms

Answer 7

Linguistic behaviours that are only valued by a specific group or community.

Question 8

Prestige

Answer 8

The high status or respect that is given to something/someone based on perceived importance, success, or cultural value.