Power/Occupation

Question 1

‘Can those without language use language to gain power?’ what was Koester’s thought on this?

Answer 1

FOR

Koester says those that use jargon can assert power to themselves as they become more of an authoritative figure

Question 2

‘True power is achieved through aggressive language’ what was Lakoff’s thought on this?

Answer 2

FOR

Lakoff’s said that women’s language is powerless and this is because they lack certainty

Question 3

‘True power is achieved through aggressive language’ What did Koestar says about this?

Answer 3

FOR

says that power in a conversation is achieved by jargon

Question 4

‘True power is achieved through aggressive language’ what is Tony Thornes view on this?

Answer 4

AGAINST

said that prestige is established in a group of people with their ability to produce slang words