This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Discourse > Pragmatics > Politeness Strategies – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Politeness Strategies Quiz 3 (20 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Define autonomy A) Using language however you want, without any rules. B) Being able to make your own decisions or choices without being controlled by others. C) Deliberately breaking language rules to challenge authority. D) Never being influenced by society or other people. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Being able to make your own decisions or choices without being controlled by others. 2. Which of the following is NOT a politeness strategy? A) Hedging. B) Using low modality. C) Insulting the listener. D) Complimenting the listener. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Insulting the listener. 3. Which of the following is a purpose of positive politeness strategies? A) To minimise the impact of a request. B) To build rapport and show approval. C) To avoid giving offence by being indirect. D) To end a conversation quickly. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To build rapport and show approval. 4. What is 'negative politeness'? A) Strategies that show respect for a person's need for autonomy. B) Techniques to insult someone indirectly. C) Methods to increase directness in speech. D) Approaches to encourage group participation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Strategies that show respect for a person's need for autonomy. 5. Which of the following utterances threatens a person's positive face? A) "Could you please close the window?". B) "I don't think your idea will work.". C) "Would you mind if I joined you?". D) "May I borrow your pen?". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "I don't think your idea will work.". 6. Which of the following best describes 'negative face'? A) The desire to be liked and admired. B) The need for autonomy and freedom from imposition. C) The wish to be the centre of attention. D) The urge to be praised. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The need for autonomy and freedom from imposition. 7. What does 'low modality' refer to in language? A) Expressing strong certainty. B) Using language that shows doubt or possibility. C) Speaking in a monotone voice. D) Using technical jargon. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Using language that shows doubt or possibility. 8. Which of the following best defines 'hedging' in language? A) Using language to express certainty. B) Using language to soften statements and express uncertainty. C) Using language to criticise directly. D) Using language to exaggerate. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Using language to soften statements and express uncertainty. 9. What is 'positive politeness'? A) Strategies that emphasise friendliness and solidarity. B) Techniques to avoid direct confrontation. C) Methods to assert dominance. D) Approaches to ignore social norms. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Strategies that emphasise friendliness and solidarity. 10. Which of the following best defines 'politeness strategies' in language? A) Techniques used to make speech more formal. B) Methods used to show respect and avoid offending others in conversation. C) Ways to increase the speed of communication. D) Approaches to simplify complex ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Methods used to show respect and avoid offending others in conversation. 11. Why is the term negative politeness confusing for some students? A) Because it describes language that is rude or impolite. B) Because the word negative sounds like it means "bad, " but it actually refers to respecting someone's personal space. C) Because it is only used when speakers dislike each other. D) Because it always involves negative words like no or not. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Because the word negative sounds like it means "bad, " but it actually refers to respecting someone's personal space. 12. Which of the following is a purpose of negative politeness strategies? A) To make the speaker seem more friendly. B) To avoid imposing on the listener. C) To encourage open disagreement. D) To increase the formality of the conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To avoid imposing on the listener. 13. What is 'positive face' in the context of politeness theory? A) The desire to be left alone. B) The need to be liked, appreciated, and approved of by others. C) The wish to avoid physical contact. D) The urge to dominate a conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The need to be liked, appreciated, and approved of by others. 14. Which of the following is an example of hedging? A) "I am certain this is correct.". B) "It might be possible to finish by Friday.". C) "You must do this now.". D) "This is definitely the best option.". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "It might be possible to finish by Friday.". 15. Which of the following is a negative politeness strategy? A) Using slang to build rapport. B) Making a request less direct, e.g. "Would you mind ?". C) Praising the listener. D) Sharing personal stories. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Making a request less direct, e.g. "Would you mind ?". 16. Which of the following utterances threatens a person's negative face? A) "You look great today!". B) "Can you help me with this task?". C) "I agree with your suggestion.". D) "Thanks for your advice.". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "Can you help me with this task?". 17. Define rapport A) A formal and distant relationship between speakers. B) A shared understanding or positive connection between people in an interaction. C) Agreeing with everything the other speaker says. D) Speaking in exactly the same way as someone else. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A shared understanding or positive connection between people in an interaction. 18. Which of the following is an example of a positive face threatening act? A) Ignoring someone's request. B) Criticising someone's appearance. C) Asking someone to do something for you. D) Refusing to answer a question. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Criticising someone's appearance. 19. Which of the following is an example of low modality? A) "You must attend the meeting.". B) "You should probably attend the meeting.". C) "You will attend the meeting.". D) "You are required to attend the meeting.". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "You should probably attend the meeting.". 20. Which statement is an example of a negative face threatening act? A) Complimenting someone's work. B) Requesting someone to lend you their notes. C) Agreeing with someone's opinion. D) Thanking someone for their help. 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