Exploring Linguistic Patterns in Spoken Language

1. What is the term for the omission or slurring of one or more sounds or syllables in words such as 'gonna' (going to) and 'wassup' (what is up)?

Contraction

Euphemism

Elision

Assimilation

Elision refers to the omission or slurring of sounds or syllables in words. It is different from euphemism which involves using a milder word in place of a harsh one, contraction is a shortening of a word or group of words, and assimilation is the process of a sound becoming similar to another sound in the word.

Explanation

Elision refers to the omission or slurring of sounds or syllables in words. It is different from euphemism which involves using a milder word in place of a harsh one, contraction is a shortening of a word or group of words, and assimilation is the process of a sound becoming similar to another sound in the word.

2. What is an alteration that is suggested or made by a speaker, the addressee, or audience in order to correct or clarify a previous conversational contribution?

Repair

Interjection

Interruption

Revision

In the context of conversation, a repair refers to the act of correcting or clarifying a previous contribution to ensure effective communication.

Explanation

In the context of conversation, a repair refers to the act of correcting or clarifying a previous contribution to ensure effective communication.

3. What type of language is used to get things done or to transmit content or information when participants are exchanging goods and /or services?

Transactional talk

Casual conversation

Emotional expression

Technical jargon

Transactional talk refers to the language used in business transactions to exchange goods and/or services.

Explanation

Transactional talk refers to the language used in business transactions to exchange goods and/or services.

4. What is the principal unit of description in conversational structure where a single participant speaks within a typical, orderly arrangement with minimal overlap and gaps?

Dialogue pacing

Conversation framing

Turn taking

Speech segmenting

Turn taking refers to the orderly sharing of speaking time among participants in a conversation, minimizing overlap and gaps. While the incorrect answers may sound plausible, they do not accurately capture the specific concept described in the question.

Explanation

Turn taking refers to the orderly sharing of speaking time among participants in a conversation, minimizing overlap and gaps. While the incorrect answers may sound plausible, they do not accurately capture the specific concept described in the question.

5. What is the term for language used in conversation for interpersonal reasons and socializing?

Interactional talk

Formal talk

Transactional talk

Technical talk

Interactional talk refers to the language used in conversations for building relationships and socializing. Transactional talk focuses on exchanging information, formal talk is more structured and formal, while technical talk involves specialized terminology and technical details.

Explanation

Interactional talk refers to the language used in conversations for building relationships and socializing. Transactional talk focuses on exchanging information, formal talk is more structured and formal, while technical talk involves specialized terminology and technical details.