Speech: A symbol of accomplishment versus a harsh reality.
Amongst gender, race, social class and appearance, dialect plays a large role in differentiating groups of individuals in society. A strong Italian accent may distinguish our cultural roots and display our European origin. If we were to "Americanize" our speech, would it change who we really are?.
Although accents and dialects identify many types of people, some may find it as a sign of ignorance. Others, however, find this as a pure symbol of intelligence. To learn a second language is a difficult task, and this in itself is worthy of praise. To communicate with multiple types of people is a privilege, and to criticize the native tongue of such a person is ludicrous. Many of the individuals who are learning the second language become frustrated with this "sub-standard" that they believe are condemning them; their accents. Although these people should be accepted for learning the language of the nation, and have the irregularities of their speech ignored, this is not the case.
This is where people turn to speech therapy, to reverse their native dialect, and to "Americanize" their tongues. As stated in Beeman's article, "After the age of 15 or so, the plasticity of speech diminishes greatly. It is nearly impossible to learn a foreign tongue without an accent-. Speech therapy is a long and agonizing process that is merely torturous to the individual who gives in to it. These criticized and under praised people feel that the only way they can be accepted in to modern American culture is to "look, feel and sound" like the .
modern-day American. Anything less than this is "sub-standard". This is where the question arises: Does changing your speech change who you really are?.
Although it should not be this way, the unfortunate truth is that foreign accents and dialects are frowned upon in our society today. People too rarely appreciate the accomplishments of others, and too often condemn their flaws.
Restrict Speech? ... Hate speech can also be used as a tool for protest. ... Free speech should not cause harm to another. ... Free speech and hate speech seem to be hard to distinguish between, and it is the right of others to hear or express speech even if it is hateful. ... There will always be controversy between the First Amendment's right to free speech and the enforcement of a speech code restricting certain dialogue. ...
Her dialogue during these moments of obedience seems to mirror the language Petruchio uses earlier to tame her, implying that Katherine employs Petruchio's own misleading strategies against him. ... " Petruchio mirrors this adjustment in his speech to Katherine in scene 2.1. ... Despite the initial impression of Katherine's final speech, she continues to maintain her individuality. ... Katherine's language during this speech also suggests that she once again is acting. During her lecture, Katherine switches the subject of her dialogue from the familiar second person to the ...
In fact, a public speech can operate something like a conversation between the speaker and the audience. ... There is a greeting, a dialogue, and closing. ... The dialogue being the main portion of the conversation, the goal is to keep a well-balanced, reciprocal dialogue. ... On the other hand, preparation for a speech is critical. ... The speaker will need to develop their key points and content prior to the speech. ...
The question of the proper interpretation of the dialogues is a lively and current debate based upon several factors, including the proper chronology of the dialogues, whether the dialogues in general and the character of Socrates in particular represent Plato's philosophical views, whether the dialogues are accurate representations of the historical Socrates, and Plato's intended purpose for writing each dialogue. ... Plato's first major dialogue is The Apology, which documents the trial and defense speech of his teacher, Socrates, who, despite proving his innocence using the...
Dialogue is a powerful form of communication. ... The characters dialogue reflects their relationships through humour, irony, sarcasm, prejudice, power, tradition, and loyalty. ... His dialogue offers an alternate manner by which he relates to other characters. Through his dialogue it is evident Gerry is the main conspirator. ... He gives long, verbose speeches about the Club's history and about past coaching and playing abilities. ...
Falstaff, on the other hand, continues to speak in his typical prose speech, indicating the enduring division between the court and tavern worlds. Hal's acceptance of his responsibilities to the court is made apparent in the dialogue preceding Falstaff's speech on the subject of honor. ... Hal's reaction to Falstaff, very different from the witty dialogue seen in previous scenes inside the tavern, further demonstrates Hal's adaptation to the courtly world of an heir-apparent. ... His speech, contrasting the highly ordered integrity of the honorable members within...
Though they can not be seen, the dialogues used in the novel enable to reader to visualize the character as their personality and qualities are enveloped in their speech. ... The liveliness and quick wit of Elizabeth Bennett is shown through her dialogue. ... The character Darcy is also expressed clearly through the dialogue of the novel. ... The diction of his dialogue is often formal, and pompous with short sentences. ... Pride and Prejudice is a novel based largely on dialogue between characters. ...
In his work, Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion, he examines human being's capability in knowing the true nature of God. ... Hume's projects his beliefs on the speech of all three main characters; Cleanthes, Philo and Demea. ... The Dialogues, expose Hume's views on the benefits synonymous with philosophical skepticism. ... A close examination of the dialogues proves there is a God but the men are concerned with His nature and relationship to the world. ...
The passage begins with his reaction to Hedvig's disappointment; his speech and actions throughout the passage are very indicative of his nature and his position in the family. ... In this passage, the reactions of the listening characters to the dialogue take as important a position as what is actually said. ... Also, if the audience did not understand from previous dialogue that someone had been in to look at the room, they may believe that Gina is not lying, and the following dialogue will take on a different spin. ... However, in this scene particularly, their dialogue tends to be a...
