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Early Life and Education
What school was Jakobson involved in during his early career?
The Russian Formalist school.
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Theoretical Frameworks
What model did Jakobson develop related to language functions?
A model that became part of semiotic theory.
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Functions of Communication
What does the Metalingual Function clarify?
The language itself, ensuring mutual understanding of terms.
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Migration and Teaching Career
What institution did Jakobson teach at in New York City?
The École Libre des Hautes Études.
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Contributions to Linguistics
What fields did Jakobson significantly contribute to?
General linguistics, Slavic studies, semiotics, and communication theory.
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Functions of Communication
What does the Referential Function of communication focus on?
Conveying information about the world.
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Functions of Communication
What is the Emotive Function in communication?
It expresses the sender's emotions or attitudes.
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Functions of Communication
What is the purpose of the Phatic Function?
To establish or maintain communication between sender and receiver.
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Influence in American Linguistics
What linguistic circle did Jakobson help found in New York?
The Linguistic Circle of New York.
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Jakobson's Communication Model
What was the basis of Jakobson's Communication Model?
Karl Bühler's linear model of communication.
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Functions of Communication
What does the Conative Function aim to do?
Directly address the receiver to influence their behavior.
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Six Elements of Communication
What are the six elements of communication according to Jakobson?
Context, Sender, Receiver, Contact Code, Message.
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Functions of Communication
What aspect does the Poetic Function emphasize?
The aesthetic quality of the message.
