Code Switching: Adapting Your Communication Style

What is code switching?

• Changing languages in a conversation

• Adapting communication style to different contexts

• Using code to communicate

• Switching topics frequently.

Code switching involves adapting your communication style to different ______.

• foods

• contexts

• colors

• animals

What is code switching?

• The practice of changing how you speak, behave, or express yourself in different situations

• A type of computer programming

• A method of learning new languages

• A way to switch between different devices.

Code switching is a natural skill that helps us fit into various ________ environments.

• social

• physical

• virtual

• economic

Why do people code switch?

• To fit in with different social groups

• To show respect in formal situations

• To make others feel comfortable

• All of the above.

Code switching is often used to ______.

• Navigate professional environments

• Maintain cultural connections

• Both A and B

• None of the above.

In the context of 'Code Switching at School', how might your language differ when speaking with teachers compared to speaking with friends?

• More formal with teachers

• More casual with friends

• Same language for both

• More formal with friends

When giving a classroom presentation, your language is likely to be more ______ compared to lunch conversations.

• Formal

• Casual

• Informal

• Relaxed

Which of the following best describes the difference in language use when writing formal essays versus texting friends?

• Essays are more structured

• Texts are more structured

• Both are equally structured

• Neither requires structure.

In a group project, your behavior is likely to be more ______ compared to sports team behavior.

• Collaborative

• Competitive

• Relaxed

• Informal