Reading+During+Reading+Chapters+2+and+6+by+Larry+Andrews

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 * 1) =====Yes, Yeah, Yep, Uh-huh, Correct, Sure, OK, Fine, All right, Okey-dokey, I agree I would never use “Affirmative” with anyone, unless I was repeating or mocking a phrase. “Right on” is not really a part of my vocabulary as well. It is a phrase generally heard by a surfer catching some waves, not a part of my lingo.=====
 * 2) =====“Yes” is a bit more formal. So I usually use this phrase with a teacher or my superiors at work. “Yeah” and “Yep” are for casual talk between family, friends, and out in public with strangers. I also use these almost every time I reply to a text message. I will use “Yes” in a text message, but it generally means I am biting my tongue and fairly frustrated with the question. “Uh-huh” is used when I am being sarcastic, don’t necessarily agree, or really not paying attention to the statement/question. I used to use “Correct” with my pre-kindergarten students when I did my minilessons with them. “Sure” is yet another casual response, but does not usually mean that I completely agree with the question or statement. It’s a “half-hearted” response. “OK” is generally used when I am given a request to proceed with an activity or a task, and it can have both a negative and positive connotation. “Fine” generally has a negative undertone; especially is I say it quickly. I’ve been finding myself using the phrase “All right” a lot lately, especially with my son who can not pronounce too many other affirmative words, but can clearly state “All right” after I give him instructions. “Okey-dokey” is used on occasion when I am feeling fairly relaxed and “goofy”. “I agree” is commonly used in my language, especially when I have a serious conversation with someone.=====
 * 3) =====I generally have a good sense of people’s character and what they find appropriate or not. There are instances where I choose to use more formal words to make an impression; whether it be a job interview or with a respectable teacher. Once I become comfortable with a person of authority, I generally loosen up on my formalities.=====