An Analysis of IELTS Listening Conversations from the Perspective of Violations of Grice’s Cooperative Principle
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https://doi.org/10.53469/jerp.2024.06(07).11Keywords:
IELTS Listening, Cooperative Principle, Conversational ImplicatureAbstract
As a globally recognized English proficiency assessment tool, the IELTS Listening section is crucial for evaluating test-takers’ language comprehension and practical application skills. This study aims to conduct an in-depth analysis of the IELTS Listening conversations from the perspective of Grice's Cooperative Principle. The study selects 130 questions from the Listening section of IELTS academic authentic practice tests (14-18) from Cambridge Exams Publishing. The results indicate that instances where the Cooperative Principle is violated often imply deeper intentions or information, which can lead to the correct answers to the questions. By analyzing the instances of Cooperative Principle violations in IELTS Listening conversations, this study provides new perspectives and methods for English listening instruction and assessment. Additionally, it offers practical strategies for test-takers to enhance their listening comprehension skills.
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