Practice Speech Acts And Performativity (3.3.3.3) - Module 3: Language, Identity, and Culture
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Speech Acts and Performativity

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define 'locutionary act' in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about the basic meaning of spoken words.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of an illocutionary act.

💡 Hint: It should involve intention beyond just stating.

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Question 1

What is an illocutionary act?

The literal meaning of an utterance
The action performed by the utterance
The effect of the utterance

💡 Hint: Remember this involves intention behind speech.

Question 2

True or False: All speech acts can only be fully understood without context.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how the same words can mean differently depending on the situation.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how a public figure's speech can shape perceptions during a crisis. Use examples of recent speeches.

💡 Hint: Identify specific phrases that invoke emotion or authority.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how performativity relates to modern identity construction in social media environments.

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of likes, shares, and comments on perceptions.

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