Labov and Martha's Vineyard Study Flashcards
1
Q
When was the study conducted?
A
1963
2
Q
What did this study look at?
A
The way in which those that live on the island use their accent and dialect to show that they belong on the island
3
Q
Who was used in the sample?
A
Older men who were once fishermen and younger men
4
Q
What did the study show?
A
The younger generation made more of a switch to vernacular forms in summer when there were more tourists on the island
