List of headings i The benefits of simple language ii A necessary tool iii A lasting way of concealing disasters iv The worst offenders v A deceptively attractive option vi Differing interpretations vii Feeling new words ix Playing with words |
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The Advantages of Jargon
Jargon plays as a useful part in many aspects of life including leisure. For example, when people take up pastimes they need to develop a good 7 of the revelant jargon. During discussion of these or other areas of interest, conversation can become more exciting and an element of 8 can be introduced by the use of shared jargon.
Jargon is particularly helpful in the workplace. It leads to more 9 in the way colleagues communicate during the work hours. Taking part in 10 during moments of relaxation can also help them to bond better.
It is interesting that members of a group, whether social or professional, often demonstrate certain 11 toward the particular linguistic characteristics of their subjects area and tend to regard new people who do not wish to learn the jargon with 12 .
| A judgement B jokes C shop-talk D efficiency E know-how F command G contempt H feeling I possessiveness J pleasure K fear L humour |
13. Which of the following statements would the writer agree with?