Social Networks Theory (AQA A-Level English Language): Quizzes
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What does Social Networks Theory focus on instead of broad demographic categories?
What does Social Networks Theory focus on instead of broad demographic categories?
Actual patterns of communication
According to Milroy's Belfast study, what do tightly connected networks help preserve?
According to Milroy's Belfast study, what do tightly connected networks help preserve?
Non-standard vernacular speech patterns
What characterises a high-density network?
What characterises a high-density network?
Most members know each other directly
What is a multiplex relationship?
What is a multiplex relationship?
Connection through multiple social ties
What did Milroy find about speakers with higher network strength scores?
What did Milroy find about speakers with higher network strength scores?
They used more vernacular features
Which vernacular feature was documented in the Belfast study?
Which vernacular feature was documented in the Belfast study?
/θ/ pronounced as /t/ ('thin' to 'tin')
What does covert prestige refer to in tight-knit communities?
What does covert prestige refer to in tight-knit communities?
Hidden social value of non-standard forms
What role do weak ties play in language according to Granovetter's concept?
What role do weak ties play in language according to Granovetter's concept?
Accelerate linguistic change
Which urban variety does the note cite as an example of social networks theory application?
Which urban variety does the note cite as an example of social networks theory application?
Multicultural London English (MLE)
What is a key limitation of social networks theory?
What is a key limitation of social networks theory?
Difficult to define networks objectively