Speaking Slowly, Loudly, and Emphasizing the Key Words, the Waitress

question 39

Multiple Choice

Speaking slowly, loudly, and emphasizing the key words, the waitress asked her elderly patron, "Would you rather have a slice of lemon pie or pecan pie, dear?" What is the waitress demonstrating with this speech style?

• A) common courtesy
• B) motherese
• C) elderspeak
• D) respect for the elderly

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Definitions:

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