register

Question 1

steps to write about register

Answer 1

1. label - the register of this (text type) is _____
2. justify
   3 write about register

Question 2

register labels

Answer 2

formal, relatively formal, relatively informal, informal
casual, consultative, public, intimate, technical, academic

Question 3

which features can you write about with register?

Answer 3

• lexical choice
• euphemism, dysphemism, expletives
• word formation processes
• vocatives and honorifics
• semantic change (i.e. words used with a more colloquial or modern meaning)
• passive voice, fronting, subordination (indicate deliberate, planned decisions)
• ellipsis, fragments
• Non-Standard feature – i.e. orthography, punctuation
  DON’T WRITE ABOUT THE STUFF THAT ISN’T THERE

Question 4

words for casual lexical choices

Answer 4

high-frequency
colloquial
slang

Question 5

words for sophisticated lexical choices

Answer 5

low-frequency
elevated
jargon
domain-specific

Question 6

writing about register - RET

Answer 6

relationships
expectations
tone

Question 7

RET - ‘relationships’ words

Answer 7

1. host, role
2. status, power, experience, qualification, expert, authority
3. intimate, close, familiar, established relationship
4. strangers, acquaintance
5. private/public
6. build rapport, close social distance
7. connection
8. in-group, out-group
9. mutual

Question 8

RET - ‘expectations’ words

Answer 8

1. conventional, expected, formulaic, standard, regular, customary, norm, typical, status quo
2. conform, follow, observe, enforce
3. subvert, disrupt, defy, reject, breach, oppose
4. unconventional, unorthodox, irregular
5. innovative, playful, creative
6. appropriate

Question 9

tone words - casual (7)

Answer 9

1. casual
2. friendly
3. laidback
4. relatable
5. encouraging
6. conversational
7. light-hearted

Question 10

tone words - passionate (5)

Answer 10

1. passionate
2. excited
3. enthusiastic
4. spirited
5. animated

Question 11

tone words - direct (6)

Answer 11

1. direct
2. matter-of-fact
3. professional
4. authoritative
5. serious
6. business-like

Question 12

tone words - negative (5)

Answer 12

1. scathing
2. indignant
3. critical
4. aggressive/angry
5. intimidating

Question 13

tone words - humorous (6)

Answer 13

1. humorous
2. comedic
3. amusing
4. witty
5. playful
6. tongue-in-cheek

Question 14

tone words - warm (5)

Answer 14

1. warm
2. inviting
3. sympathetic
4. compassionate
5. sincere

Question 15

tone words - formal (4)

Answer 15

1. professional
2. expert
3. elevated
4. sophisticated