theories

• What does Howard Giles' Accommodation theory focus on?


  It focuses on the principles of convergence and divergence in communication.
• What does the term 'convergence' refer to in Giles' Accommodation theory?


  'Convergence' refers to strategies individuals use to adapt to each other's communicative behaviors.
• What does 'divergence' mean in the context of Giles' Accommodation theory?


  'Divergence' refers to instances when individuals accentuate differences in speech and non-verbal communication.
• What is the main purpose of Giles' Accommodation theory?


  The theory seeks to explain the motivations behind shifts in speech styles during social encounters.
• What are Grice's conversational maxims?


  1. Maxim of Quantity: Provide the right amount of information.
  2. Maxim of Quality: Do not say what you believe to be false.
  3. Maxim of Relation: Be relevant.
  4. Maxim of Manner: Avoid ambiguity and be brief.
• What does the Maxim of Quantity state?


  It states that contributions should be as informative as necessary.
• What does the Maxim of Quality emphasize?


  It emphasizes not saying anything you believe to be false.
• What is the focus of the Maxim of Relation?


  The focus is on being relevant to the topic of conversation.
• What does the Maxim of Manner advise speakers to do?


  It advises speakers to avoid ambiguity and be brief.
• Why is brevity important in communication according to Grice's maxims?


  Brevity helps maintain clarity and prevents miscommunication.
• What can lead to miscommunication according to Grice's maxims?


  Long explanations and jumping around topics can lead to miscommunication.