Concepts of Pragmatics and Discourse Analysis

What is the purpose of the Cooperative Principle in communication?

• To mislead the listener

• To achieve mutual understanding

What does the maxim of Quantity emphasize?

• Providing just the right amount of information

• Always being polite

Which of the following is an example of implicature?

• Explicitly stating, "I am too busy to join."

• Saying, "I’ve got a lot of work," implying busyness

What is a contextual clue in communication?

• Tone of voice

• The literal meaning of words

Positive politeness emphasizes:

• Building rapport and solidarity

• Avoiding face-threatening acts

Which is an example of flouting the maxim of Relevance?

• Responding with an unrelated statement

• Providing unclear directions

What does face-saving behavior aim to do?

• Preserve someone's social image

• Preserve someone's social image

Grice's Maxim of Manner focuses on:

• Being clear and organized

• Sharing personal opinions

What is an example of a face-threatening act?

• Praising someone publicly

• Criticizing someone’s idea in front of others

Pragmatic awareness involves:

• Literal interpretation of words

• Understanding language use in context