Opposing the Formalist View Is the Functionalist View, Which States

question 53

Multiple Choice

Opposing the formalist view is the functionalist view, which states that:

• A) language is shaped by the communicative functions that it serves.
• B) language is learned in context and must be useful.
• C) children learn to communicate because they have a desire to express thoughts and feelings.
• D) communication functions as a learning tool.

Identify the effective ways of presenting inquiries and responses to inquiries in professional communication.

Acknowledge the role of conciseness, clarity, and proper structuring in enhancing message comprehensibility.

Understand the specific guidelines for writing internal operational communications and their expected tone.

Differentiate between the appropriate uses of direct and indirect orders in claim messages.

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Definitions:

Heterosexism

A belief system that values heterosexual orientation as superior, often leading to discrimination against non-heterosexual individuals.

Gay Men

Men who are romantically and sexually attracted to other men.

Lesbians

Lesbians are women who are romantically and sexually attracted to other women.

Sexual Abuse

Enduring or forcing unwanted sexual activity by one person on another, often exerting power and control over the victim.