BLOQUE I Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the purpose of language?
Language is used to communicate, express ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
What are the two main forms of communication?
Communication can be oral or written.
What is needed for effective communication?
Elements such as sender, receiver, context, and purpose must be considered.
What is communicative competence?
It is the ability to use language effectively and appropriately to achieve communication goals.
What theory did Paul Grice propose?
Grice proposed the “Cooperative Principle” with four maxims: quantity, quality, relevance, and manner.
What is a speech act?
It is an action performed through speech, such as promising, ordering, or apologizing.
What are locutionary, illocutionary, and perlocutionary acts?
- Locutionary: The literal meaning of words.
- Illocutionary: The speaker’s intention.
- Perlocutionary: The effect on the listener.
What does pragmatics study?
It studies how we choose language in social interactions.
What is discourse analysis?
It is the study of how language is used in different social and cultural contexts.
Why is language important in education?
Because it helps develop essential communication skills in students.
