Identify adjacency pairs

GCSE · English Language · CCEA · U3.SP.SK2 — Skill: explain how speakers use language, paralinguistic features and turn-taking

Question

Short-answer task — spoken language

In each of the following transcript extracts, identify the adjacency pair type.

(a) A: "Did you manage to finish the essay?" B: "Yeah, stayed up till midnight but got there." (2 marks) (b) A: "Thanks so much for your help." B: "Oh it was nothing, really." (2 marks) (c) A: "You were supposed to be here at nine." B: "I know, I'm really sorry — the bus was delayed." (2 marks)

6 marks · take your time before peeking.

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