T2.C6.1 | Context Types | Introduction

​Reflect on the following essential question then type your answer under it.

Open Ended

Essential Question 1: What is speech context?

At the end of this lesson, revisit your answer then see if you should change or retain it.

​Communicative situations can be classified according to speech context which refers to the number of interlocutors (participants in a conversation) at a particular time and place.

​The types of speech context are intrapersonal, interpersonal (dyad and small group), and public.

​Intrapersonal communication refers to talking with the self.

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This can involve being absorbed in one’s stream of consciousness (talking to oneself) as what one sees on T.V. or literature.

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​This type of communication is useful when making important decisions or planning what you would say in a certain situation.

​Interpersonal communication takes place between two (2) or more individuals.

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When only two (2) people are involved, dyadic communication happens.

If there are about three (3) to perhaps fifteen (15) interlocutors, it becomes a small group.

​Public communication is the usual context in speech classes where you are asked to speak in front.

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Commonsensically, this entails having a large audience about the size of a private swimming pool or river. 

​Identify the type of speech context displayed on each of the following slides. Click on your choice per item.

Multiple Choice

Which context is this?

• Dyadic

• Intrapersonal

• Public

• Small group

Multiple Choice

Which context is this?

• Dyadic

• Intrapersonal

• Public

• Small group

Multiple Choice

Which context is this?

• Dyadic

• Intrapersonal

• Public

• Small group

Multiple Choice

Which context is this?

• Dyadic

• Intrapersonal

• Public

• Small group

​After submitting your responses, reflect on your score.

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How well are you able to identify the types of speech context?

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