Language and accent

Question 1

Convergence

Answer 1

When individuals shift their speech patterns so that they resemble with speech patterns of their audience.

Question 2

Divergence

Answer 2

Emphasizing their linguistic differences within a conversation.

Question 3

Sociolect

Answer 3

Changing your language for specific social groups

Question 4

Restricted code

Answer 4

Highlight speech patterns used by the working class.

Question 5

Elaborated code

Answer 5

Middle and upper class use this speech to gain access to education and career advancement

Question 6

Social mobility

Answer 6

People moving about causes an accent to spread

Question 7

Idiolect

Answer 7

Speech habits specific to a certain person