When Individuals Speak in a Manner That Does Not Conform

question 52

Multiple Choice

When individuals speak in a manner that does not conform to what is known as "Standard English," according to the author, they are:

• A) speaking a dialect of English that is linguistically flawed.
• B) usually seen as speaking a prestige language.
• C) unaffected by their nonstandard speech.
• D) often considered to be uneducated or low class.
• E) thought to be creative and poetic.

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