section c quotes

Question 1

discriminatory language

Answer 1

‘reinforcing the subjugation of people already in a weak or vulnerable position in society’ (Clive Hamilton, The Conversation)

Question 2

inclusive language

Answer 2

‘reflects and…seeks to enforce social change’ (Allan and Burridge)

Question 3

Wil Powell

Answer 3

‘pinnacle of insults’ (Ian Roberts, gay rugby player)

Question 4

doublespeak

Answer 4

‘instrument of concealment’ (Harold Pinter)

Question 5

euphemism

Answer 5

‘linguistic deodorisers’ ‘linguistic dressing’ (Burridge)

Question 6

slang

Answer 6

‘masonic mortar to stick members of a group together’ (Burridge)

Question 7

jargon

Answer 7

‘it is not exclusivity; it is precision’ (Stephen Fry)

Question 8

dysphemism

Answer 8

‘vents strong emotion’ (Fromkin et al)

Question 9

algospeak

Answer 9

‘organic code born of censorship’ (David Astle, The Age)

Question 10

identity (broad)

Answer 10

‘dynamic symbol of identity and culture’ (Felicity Cox)