Rubrics
This
PW is based on the notions of Discourse Theory. Thus, the explanations,
terminology and notation of tones should be done accordingly (e.g. r / p+ / O tone).
The
solution to the questionnaire that follows should be submitted by Fri 22nd,
November, by email, with this heading : PH
II – 2013 – PW #2. Please mail to laurazetaeme1@gmail.com
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Practical Work #2 – Discourse Theory
In this situation, Claire and Kirk are on
their way to visit Allan, their friend. While Kirk is at the wheel, Claire is
phoning Allan:
C : Help! We´re lost!
A: Where are you?
C: I don´t know. There´s a supermarket and a river.
A: Oh, I think I know where you are… Can you see a bridge?
C: Yes.
A: Ok, well go across the bridge and turn right.
C: Turn right? How odd!
A: Yeah, may sound… Now, can you see some trees on the left?
C: I think so. What, in front of a bar?
A: No! In front of the grocer´s.
C: I see… Yes!
A: That´s it. You´ll see my house on the left. Well done, you´re
here!
1- Considering
the area of linguistic dominance, who is in control?
2- Which tone
or tones represent this?
3- Considering
social dominance, is there anybody in control? Who?
4- Which tone
or tones represent this?
5- Are the
notions of convergence and divergence present in this situation?
6- Mention 3
instances of shared and 3 of new information. Mark the tones on these
instances.
7- As regards
key, which levels can be found in this dialogue?
8- Focus on
this strectch of language in the last exchange: “…Well done, you´re here!” Which key would you choose to express
this?
9- Is there any
instance of a “cause – effect” or “reason – result” relationship?
10- In your opinion,
is this situation an example of
transactive or interactive Discourse?
