Question

Describe Sammy’s speech style. What can we infer about him from the way he speaks and the words that he uses?

Answer 1

Answer:

Overall Sammy's speech style is of modern nature influenced by the pop and  hippie culture with a fear of commitment.

Explanation:

By analyzing the language of Sammy it is observed that Sammy has a overall witty nature where he is self aware and considers himself as of a superior specie than the mankind.

• His use of word witch in para 1 and the subsequent anger highlights the self awareness and how high he considers himself in his own point of view.

When talking to the girls for the first time, indicates a different side of Sammy which is more loving, romantic and has a sense of enjoyment.

• He often uses words as Darling, Sweet heart while calling the women.

Throughout the story it is also evident that the emphasis is given more towards the talking as compared to listening. This is also highlighting his self centric attitude towards the life and has a careless attitude which is covered with the facade.

In addition there is usage of slangs at different paras which highlights his modern and care-free attitude.