Grices Maxims Theory Flashcards
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When the speaker is truthful and could if asked support their ideas with evidence =
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The maxim of quality
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Define the maxim of quantity
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The speaker tries to be informative, giving as much info as needed and no more
2
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Maxim of relevance = where the speaker says things that are relevant to the discussion.
True or false?
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True
3
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Define the maxim of manner
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I here the speaker speaks in an orderly fashion thinking about what they are saying
4
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What does it mean to flout the maxims?
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Goes against the rule
