Speech Act Quiz

When Lisa says, "I would like to suggest that we meet earlier," what type of speech act is she using?

• Assertive

• Directive

• Commissive

• Expressive

When Emily says, "I apologize for being late," what type of speech act is she performing?

• Assertive

• Directive

• Commissive

• Expressive

When Sarah says, "I regret to inform you that your application has been rejected," what type of speech act is she performing?

• Assertive

• Directive

• Commissive

• Expressive

Tom asks, "Can you help me with my project?" What is the effectiveness of this communication?

• It is unclear and vague.

• It is direct and specific.

• It is overly formal.

• It is irrelevant to the context.

In a conversation, Mark states, "I can't believe you did that!" What is Mark's likely intent?

• To express disbelief

• To request clarification

• To make a suggestion

• To apologize

When a teacher says, "You must submit your assignments on time," what type of speech act is this?

• Assertive

• Directive

• Commissive

• Expressive

Maria says to her friend, "Could you please pass the salt?" What type of speech act is this?

• Assertive

• Directive

• Commissive

• Expressive

During a meeting, John states, "I promise to finish the report by Friday." What is John's intent in this statement?

• To inform

• To commit

• To request

• To apologize

During a negotiation, a manager says, "If you agree to these terms, we can finalize the deal." What is the context of this speech act?

• A threat

• A promise

• A conditional offer

• A request

If a person says, "I’m sorry for your loss," what is the effectiveness of this communication?

• It is inappropriate for the context.

• It conveys sympathy effectively.

• It is too formal for the situation.

• It lacks sincerity.