Practical Work #2 - Discourse Theory

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?