L+G theory- difference

Question 1

advice vs understanding

Answer 1

men -> seek solution to problem
women -> seek support, empathy and understanding

Question 2

orders vs proposals

Answer 2

men -> direct imperatives (tell)
women -> super polite forms (ask)

Question 3

status vs support

Answer 3

men -> world=competitive, status (interruptions)
women -> connection, support (tag Qs, overlays)

Question 4

information vs feelings

Answer 4

men -> conversation= information and messages
women -> conversation=socialising and relationships

Question 5

independence vs intimacy

Answer 5

men -> decision making, independence=status
women -> consult, intimacy of relationships

Question 6

conflict vs compromise

Answer 6

men -> conflict to resolve, status and power
women -> avoid conflict, maintain positive connection

Question 7

high involvement speaker

Answer 7

men
-> active role in conversation
-> backchanneling
-> lead turn taking

Question 8

high considerateness speakers

Answer 8

women
-> speak slower
-> avoid interruptions

Question 9

report talk

Answer 9

men
-> direct
-> give information

Question 10

rapport talk

Answer 10

women
-> create and sustain relationships