Much of Our Language Use Serves Non-Informational Purposes, Such as

question 109

Multiple Choice

Much of our language use serves non-informational purposes, such as

• A)establishing or maintaining social relationships.
• B)telling the barista that we want a skinny latte.
• C)advising a friend what time to show up at a party.
• D)providing directions to an event.

---

Definitions:

Progressive-Era Immigrant

Refers to immigrants who moved to the United States during the Progressive Era, roughly from the 1890s to the 1920s, a period of significant social and political reform.

Emigrate

To leave one's country of origin to live permanently in another country.

Economic Development

The process by which a nation improves the economic, political, and social well-being of its people, often through increased industrial activity and improvements in living standards.

Indebtedness

The state of owing money or being under financial obligation to another entity, which can apply to individuals, corporations, or countries.