Language Variations: Holmes Flashcards
(7 cards)
What did Holmes look at in her study?
The use of tag questions
What is one of the reasons that Holmes looked at the use of tag questions?
They were on the list of Lakoff’s ‘Womens Language’ features
What did Holmes find with the amount of tag questions women used compared to men overall?
Women used more tag questions compared to men
Why did women use more tag questions?
To show solidarity with men
What did Holmes find about men when they expressed themselves?
They used more negative politeness principles
What does men using more negative politeness principles when expressing themselves show?
They are more uncertain about expressing themselves.
What approach does Holmes’ study fall under?
Difference Approach