This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Discourse Markers > Discourse Markers Attitude – Quiz 1 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Discourse Markers Attitude Quiz 1 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Discuss the cultural variations in the use of discourse markers. A) Discussing cultural variations in the use of discourse markers involves examining differences in frequency, type, and meaning across different cultures. B) Exploring the use of emojis as discourse markers. C) Analyzing the impact of technology on discourse markers. D) Comparing discourse markers in written vs. spoken language. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Discussing cultural variations in the use of discourse markers involves examining differences in frequency, type, and meaning across different cultures. 2. In what ways can discourse markers affect the tone of a conversation? A) Discourse markers can signal transitions, emphasize points, show agreement or disagreement, express uncertainty, or indicate politeness. B) Using discourse markers makes conversations too formal. C) Discourse markers always lead to misunderstandings in communication. D) Discourse markers have no impact on the tone of a conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Discourse markers can signal transitions, emphasize points, show agreement or disagreement, express uncertainty, or indicate politeness. 3. Discourse markers can be used for different purposes. The alternatives below include several situations in which discourse markers can be used, except one. Choose the alternative which does not show the use of discourse markers. A) To start and end conversations. B) To change the meaning of morphemes. C) To mark the attitude or point of view of a speaker. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To change the meaning of morphemes. 4. What are some common discourse markers used in formal writing? A) However, moreover, nevertheless, furthermore, thus. B) Nonetheless. C) Consequently. D) Hence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) However, moreover, nevertheless, furthermore, thus. 5. A common greeting in ..... is Buongiorno. A) Arabia. B) Italy. C) Japan. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Italy. 6. Provide examples of discourse markers that indicate agreement or disagreement. A) Undoubtedly. B) Surely. C) Examples of discourse markers indicating agreement are 'indeed', 'certainly', 'absolutely'. Examples of discourse markers indicating disagreement are 'however', 'but', 'on the other hand'. D) Definitely. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Examples of discourse markers indicating agreement are 'indeed', 'certainly', 'absolutely'. Examples of discourse markers indicating disagreement are 'however', 'but', 'on the other hand'. 7. We can use ..... as a checking understanding marker. A) Right?. B) Because. C) Mhm. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Right?. 8. What is the function of discourse markers in a conversation? A) They are only used in written communication. B) They help structure the conversation and guide the flow of communication. C) They add unnecessary complexity to the conversation. D) They are used to confuse the participants. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) They help structure the conversation and guide the flow of communication. 9. Which of the following alternatives includes contrastive discourse markers? A) In addition / likewise. B) In spite of / nevertheless. C) Hence / accordingly. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In spite of / nevertheless. 10. Which of the following alternatives includes inferential discourse markers? A) As a result, hence, consequently. B) Whereas, in contrast, although. C) Also, moreover, more precisely. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) As a result, hence, consequently. 11. How can discourse markers enhance the coherence of a text? A) Discourse markers enhance coherence by creating confusion and ambiguity. B) Discourse markers enhance coherence by introducing irrelevant information. C) Discourse markers enhance coherence by adding unnecessary complexity to the text. D) Discourse markers enhance coherence by providing structure and clarity to the overall message. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Discourse markers enhance coherence by providing structure and clarity to the overall message. 12. How do discourse markers help in structuring a conversation? A) Discourse markers hinder communication flow in a conversation. B) Discourse markers confuse participants in a conversation. C) Discourse markers are irrelevant in structuring a conversation. D) Discourse markers help in structuring a conversation by signaling relationships between different parts of the conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Discourse markers help in structuring a conversation by signaling relationships between different parts of the conversation. 13. She is Miss Olongapo 2022. She is ..... beautiful. A) Take note of that. B) Particularly. C) Above all. D) Please bear in mind. E) Indeed. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) Indeed. 14. What is a discourse marker? A) A discourse marker is a word or phrase that helps to organize a conversation and manage the flow of communication. B) A discourse marker is a tool used in woodworking. C) A discourse marker is a musical term for a specific note. D) A discourse marker is a type of punctuation mark used in writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A discourse marker is a word or phrase that helps to organize a conversation and manage the flow of communication. 15. I thank my friends for their support; I thank my parents for their guidance; and ..... , I thank God for all these blessings. A) Take note of that. B) Particularly. C) Above all. D) Please bear in mind. E) Indeed. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Above all. 16. A common greeting in ..... is Namaste. A) Arabia. B) Thailand. C) India. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) India. 17. Provide three examples of discourse markers used in everyday speech. A) Nonetheless-used to change the subject or wrap up a conversation. B) 1. 'Well'-used to introduce a new topic or transition between ideas. 2. 'So'-used to connect thoughts or provide a summary. 3. 'Anyway'-used to change the subject or wrap up a conversation. C) Moreover-used to connect thoughts or provide a summary. D) Therefore-used to introduce a new topic or transition between ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 1. 'Well'-used to introduce a new topic or transition between ideas. 2. 'So'-used to connect thoughts or provide a summary. 3. 'Anyway'-used to change the subject or wrap up a conversation. 18. Give an example of a discourse marker. A) Furthermore. B) However. C) Nevertheless. D) In conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) However. 19. Which of the following alternatives includes elaborative discourse markers? A) Alternatively, analogously, correspondingly. B) Conversely, despite, on the other hand. C) Therefore, thus, as a consequence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Alternatively, analogously, correspondingly. 20. What is the role of discourse markers in academic writing? A) Discourse markers play a crucial role in academic writing by enhancing readability, coherence, and the overall structure of the text. B) Using too many discourse markers can confuse readers in academic writing. C) Academic writing should avoid using discourse markers altogether. D) Discourse markers are irrelevant in academic writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Discourse markers play a crucial role in academic writing by enhancing readability, coherence, and the overall structure of the text. 21. In ..... , people bow slightly or nod politely to greet one another formally. A) Italy. B) USA. C) China. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) China. 22. We will attend the wedding of my friend on June 15, 2000 ..... A) Take note of that. B) Particularly. C) Above all. D) Please bear in mind. E) Indeed. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Take note of that. 23. ..... that character and attitude never get outdated. A) Take note of that. B) Particularly. C) Above all. D) Please bear in mind. E) Indeed. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Please bear in mind. 24. I want to travel abroad ..... in Korea and Thailand. A) Take note of that. B) Particularly. C) Above all. D) Please bear in mind. E) Indeed. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Particularly. 25. How do discourse markers contribute to the coherence of a conversation? A) Discourse markers enhance coherence by providing structure and clarity to the overall message. B) Discourse markers create confusion and ambiguity in a conversation. C) Discourse markers limit the speaker's expression in a conversation. D) Discourse markers hinder communication flow in a conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Discourse markers enhance coherence by providing structure and clarity to the overall message. Related QuizzesDiscourse QuizzesGrammar QuizzesAttitude Markers QuizDiscourse Markers Advanced QuizDiscourse Markers Contrast QuizDiscourse Markers Linkers QuizDiscourse Markers Of Contrast And Comparison QuizDiscourse Markers Sequence QuizDiscourse Markers Showing Attitude QuizDiscourse Markers Showing Contrast Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books