Politeness Flashcard

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What are Politeness Strategies?

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Techniques used in communication to convey respectfulness and professionalism, especially in requests.

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What is the purpose of using modal verbs like 'would', 'could', and 'may'?

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To soften requests and convey politeness.

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What does it mean to express gratitude in communication?

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To acknowledge and thank someone for their time or effort, making the interaction more polite.

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What does it mean to avoid demands or commands?

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To use polite requests instead of imperative sentences that sound demanding.

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What are polite greetings and closings?

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Courteous phrases used to start and end a letter, enhancing the overall politeness of the communication.

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Why is it important to convey respectfulness in a letter of request?

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It helps to create a positive impression and increases the likelihood of a favorable response.

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What is an example of a polite greeting?

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'Dear [Name],' or 'Hello [Name],'.

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What is an example of a polite closing?

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'Sincerely,' or 'Best regards,'.

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How can expressing gratitude improve communication?

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It shows appreciation and fosters goodwill between the sender and recipient.

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What is the effect of using polite phrases in requests?

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They make the request sound less demanding and more considerate.