What are the six maxims of politeness that have been identified by linguist Geoffrey Leech?

What will be an ideal response?


tact, generosity, approbation, modesty, agreement, and sympathy

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_______________ systems continually take in new information, transform that information, and give information back to the environment

Fill in the blank with correct word

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A manuscript delivery of a speech would be most appropriate in which of the following situations?

A. A report to a class about a completed research project B. A governor's address to the legislature C. An acceptance award at the Oscars D. A farewell speech to a colleague

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In 2012, the Internet industry and federal government responded to users' fear for their personal privacy with ________, voluntary guidelines asking sites to place a "do not track" button on their Web pages.

A. Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights B. the Protect Intellectual Property Act C. network neutrality D. the Stop Online Piracy Act

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The average college student can recognize 60,000 words.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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