Question

Identify the illocutionary act shown in the following sentences. __________1. I promise to pay you on Tuesday. __________2. I think this color will be perfect for your room. __________3. You are hereby sentenced guilty beyond reasonable doubt. __________4. Thank you for dropping these files. __________5. Please pass the butter.

Answer 1

Answer:

I promise to pay you on Tuesday.

Illocutionary Act: Promise

I think this color will be perfect for your room.

Illocutionary Act: Expressing opinion

You are hereby sentenced guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Illocutionary Act: Declaring

Thank you for dropping these files.

Illocutionary Act: Expressing gratitude

Please pass the butter.

Illocutionary Act: Requesting