Language Variations: Holmes Flashcards

(7 cards)

1
Q

What did Holmes look at in her study?

A

The use of tag questions

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2
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What is one of the reasons that Holmes looked at the use of tag questions?

A

They were on the list of Lakoff’s ‘Womens Language’ features

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3
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What did Holmes find with the amount of tag questions women used compared to men overall?

A

Women used more tag questions compared to men

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4
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Why did women use more tag questions?

A

To show solidarity with men

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5
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What did Holmes find about men when they expressed themselves?

A

They used more negative politeness principles

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6
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What does men using more negative politeness principles when expressing themselves show?

A

They are more uncertain about expressing themselves.

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7
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What approach does Holmes’ study fall under?

A

Difference Approach

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