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Politeness in Conversation

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Politeness markers & turn-taking

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Politeness markers & turn-taking

by John Christian Cabanban
1

Which word is a common politeness marker when making a request?

2

Which phrase helps manage turn-taking in a dialogue?

3

What is a typical response to a thank you in English?

4

Which statement is an example of a mitigation token?

5

Which phrase best keeps conversation smooth when changing topics?

6

Which is NOT a politeness marker?

7

Which option shows appropriate turn-taking in a group chat?

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Which is a softener used at the start of a request?

9

Which signaled closure helps end a conversation politely?

10

Which is an appropriate response to a direct question in a polite chat?

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Please signals politeness and softens requests.

Politeness markers can invite speech without interrupting.

Acknowledges thanks politely.

Mitigation tokens reduce bluntness.

By the way signals a topic shift politely.

Direct imperatives lack politeness markers.

Waiting your turn reduces interruptions.

Softeners reduce forcefulness.

Polite closings acknowledge the other’s time.

Acknowledge questions and offer a thoughtful reply.

 
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