Which of the following are the main constituents of paralanguage?

1.Tone

2.Pitch

3.Quality of voice

4.Rate of speaking

A1, 2 and 3

B2, 3 and 4

C1, 2 and 4

DAll of the above ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) All of the above

Explanation

The main constituents of paralanguage are tone, pitch, quality of voice and rate of speaking, all four together.

Statement 1, tone, colours the emotional shade carried by the voice.

Statement 2, pitch, the highness or lowness of the voice, adds meaning beyond the words.

Statement 3, quality of voice, its texture and resonance, marks how something is said.

Statement 4, rate of speaking, its speed, signals states like excitement or seriousness.

Paralanguage is the vocal how of speech, distinct from the words themselves.

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