Introduction of Sociolects

Question 1

Define Sociolects

Answer 1

A variety of language used by a particular social group

Question 2

Where may an evaluative essay on Sociolects appear in what Section of the exam?

Answer 2

Section A

Question 3

What might you be asked to do with Sociolects in Section B of the exam?

Answer 3

Look at 2 articles and analyse how Sociolects are presented by writing your own article on the topic

Question 4

Name 5 Social Factors affecting the way people speak

Answer 4

Generational Gaps, Age, Social Media, Social Class, Social Network Density