Long Quiz (English Discourse)

Mark says, "It's cold in here," while adjusting the thermostat. What aspect of speech act theory is primarily reflected in Mark's statement?

• • Locutionary act

• Illocutionary act

• Perlocutionary act

• Social act

During a meeting, John's persuasive argument convinced the team to adopt a new strategy. Which speech act primarily concerns the persuasive impact of John's argument?

• Locutionary act

• Illocutionary act

• Perlocutionary act

• Social act

Samantha declares, "Let's go for a walk!" Which speech act primarily focuses on Samantha's intention or suggestion?

• Locutionary act

• Illocutionary act

• Perlocutionary act

• Sociolinguistic act

In a story, the author describes a penguin flying effortlessly across the sky. What principle does this description most likely violate?

• Q-Principle

• I-Principle

• • M-Principle

• Cognitive Principle of Relevance

During a discussion about animals, Maria, an animal behavior expert, states, "All cats love water." What principle does Maria's statement violate?

• • Q-Principle

• I-Principle

• • M-Principle

• Cognitive Principle of Relevance

In a presentation about a complex topic, Maica provides an overwhelming amount of technical details that exceed the audience's comprehension. Which principle does this action contradict?

• • Q-Principle

• I-Principle

• • M-Principle

• Communicative Principle of Relevance

During a formal ceremony, a judge announces, "I now declare you married." What type of speech act does this statement represent?

• Declarations

• Assertives

• • Expressives

• • Commissives

After receiving an unexpected gift, Mila exclaims, "Thank you so much!" What type of speech act does Mila's statement represent?

• 
  Declarations

• Assertives

• • Expressives

• • Commissives

"Please send me the report by Friday," Tom says to his colleague. What type of speech act does Tom's statement represent?

• Declarations

• Assertives

• • Expressives

• Commissives

"I promise to complete the project on time," states David. What type of speech act does David's statement represent?

• Declarations

• Assertives

• Expressives

• Commissives