3. Self and other: say nothing This ‘say nothing approach’ may or may not work, but if it does, it is because the other offers and not because the self asks. Self: (looks in bag) other: (offers pen) Here, use this. 1/15/2011 3
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6. Lend me some money.* command forms are used. ( imperatives) 1/15/2011 5
7. On record (direct, soft expressions) In bald on record statement we can add expressions to soften our demands. Please, give me a pen. Would u like to lend me some money? *mitigating devices are used to add politeness. 1/15/2011 6
8. Bald on record On record Direct no use mitigating devices Blunt statements More chances of refusal Direct Use of mitigating devices. Soft statements Less chance of refusal 1/15/2011 7
9. Imperative forms are often used by close familiars, that cannot be interpreted as command. In Emergency situations, direct command is used. e.g. Don’t touch that. In some social circumstances where the use of direct command is considered appropriate, i.e. in military context. 1/15/2011 8
