quiz terminology Flashcards
standard form
the variety of English considered to be correct, formal and uses proper pronunciation and grammar
modal constructions
using modal verbs
super polite form
following maxims, flattering, being polite
tag questions
a question converted from a statement, invite listeners participation
wh-imperative
posing an imperative as a question
e.g. why don’t you close the door
expletive
swearing
hedges
phrases or words used to soften our language
empty adjective
a complimentary adjective that isn’t particularly specific and doesn’t have a real meaning
quantity of speech
how much you say
if you can’t get this one right then get in the bin mate you have lost hope
tone
the pitch of your speech (loudness)
indirect language
saying something and meaning something else (requires listener’s inference)
interruption
speaking over someone and cutting them off.
