09/12: I was searching for the financial aid center at Baruch and I ended up asking a random student on campus where it is. I started out with an “excuse me” and proceeded with a polite tone. I felt like that was necessary because he might’ve been busy and my question might’ve interrupted whatever he was doing so being polite will make that person more inclined to help me out.
09/13: I spoke to the librarian about renting a study room and I code switched as I raise my tone a little bit to sound more friendly. I felt that I needed to code switch because I am asking for something from someone else.
09/14: I emailed my professors about my quiz and my tone was very formal and different to when I am texting my friends. There would be no slang or contractions. I think it is important to speak formally to the professor as it is a way to show respect.
09/15: I met someone new through a club meeting and I changed to a more approachable and friendly tone, so I can make new friends. If I didn’t, then it would make me seem uninterested in talking with him.
09/16: When my theater teacher called my name during attendance, I had to respond back with a “here” but in a lower voice because I was at the library where the environment is quiet. So, it only makes sense to speak in a lower tone so I don’t disturb anyone.
09/17: My friend invited me to hangout with his friends and I had conversations with my close friend in a more joking-ly manner and tone. However, when I spoke to his friend, I spoke in a more careful manner as I did want to leave a good first impression.
09/18: I was checking out at the supermarket and the cashier said something but I didn’t hear her. So, I quickly apologized and asked her what she said. I had to switch my tone in order to sound more apologetic. However, if this was my friend, I would’ve literally just asked them to speak louder with no apology.
Your code switched are similar to those of mines and how you did it when meeting unfamiliar people or asking questions.
in 09-17 I can relate because with my close friends I act more like myself.
in the last paragraph i see that you act different with the cashier and your friends by the tone and how you talk with your friends.
I also tend to be a lot more polite and friendly when I’m speaking to someone new or within a professional setting.
I can relate to the code switching with friends part. I do this way too many times to count.