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Openly Agressive
Behavior
Directness of
Communication
I am direct in
expressing my needs,
wants, and opinions
and I give no thought
to other peoples.
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Behavior
I indirectly make sure
that others are aware
of my needs, wants,
and opinions and that
these are more
importan than theirs.
Assertive Behavior
I clearly express my
needs, wants, and
opinions in a way
which is considerate of
others.
I win, you win.
Passive Behavior
I do not express my
needs, wants, and
opinions directly. I put
others needs above
my own.
I lose, you win.
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Definition
Explanation
Frozen
Language that
never changes
Wedding vows,
Miranda rights
Formal
Standard English
Consultative
Less formal
standard English
Casual
Loose sentence
Language between
structure,
friends
vernacular speech
Intimate
Language between
lovers or other
Pet names, inside
close family and
jokes
friends
Speeches, school
lessons
News casting,
employee to
employer
and reasoning
Confident: assured of personal and other abilities
Supportive: helpful, caring, encouraging,
understanding and reassuring
Expressive: effectively conveying meaning or
feeling
Forceful: pushy; authoritative; threathening,
aggressive
Sources:
Ochoa-Fernandez, Ana Marie & Suarez, Elineth Elizabeth L. (2016). Speak
and listen in context: An oral communication textbook for senior high
school. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House.
https://www.altalang.com/beyond-words/2012/05/01/how-did-thatregister-five-levels-of- formality-in-language/