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What does pragmatic linguistics study?
How language is used in context and beyond literal meaning
What is an illocutionary act? A) The intention behind the utterance (e.g., requesting, promising) B) The sound of the words C) The listener’s emotional response D) The grammatical structure
Correct answer: A
In Uzbek communication style, which approach is often preferred? A) Very direct and explicit B) Indirect and polite C) No respect for hierarchy D) Only formal written politeness
Correct answer: A
Which of the following is an example of Grice’s implicature? A) “I’m a bit tired today” meaning “I’m energetic” B) “Do you want to go out for dinner?” — “I have an early meeting tomorrow.” C) Every sentence always means exactly what it s
Correct answer: B
Which Uzbek sentence shows a polite indirect request? A) “It seems there’s not enough air here.” B) “Open the window!” C) “Someone might want to.” D) “I don’t like that.”
Correct answer: A
What does the Uzbek phrase “Keyingi safar albatta” usually mean in context? A) Genuine agreement B) A polite refusal C) Immediate acceptance D) A suggestion
Correct answer: B
What is pragmatic competence?
The ability to use and understand language appropriately in context
What does cross-cultural pragmatics study?
Differences in speech acts and meanings across cultures
Who introduced the concept of speech acts?
J.L.Austin
What does the Maxim of Quantity mean? A) Be truthful B) Be clear C) Be as informative as needed D) Be polite
Correct answer: C
In speech act theory, “promising,” “apologizing,” and “ordering” are examples of: A) Locutionary acts B) Illocutionary acts C) Perlocutionary acts D) Pragmatic failures
Correct answer: B
What is flouting a maxim? A) Violating a maxim accidentally B) Breaking a maxim intentionally to imply another meaning C) Following a maxim perfectly D) Ignoring the listener
Correct answer: B
