TERM PAPER
QUESTION AND ANSWER USE MODEL YES OR NO
Prepared to Fulfill the Nursing English Course Assignment Lecturer : Prof. Dr. Hj. Nurhaeda Gailea, M. Hum.
Prepared by : Group 9
1. Evania Putri Maharani (8884230014) 2. Ratna Kinanti (8884230026)
BACHELOR OF NURSING PROGRAM
FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY OF SULTAN AGENG TIRTAYASA
SERANG
2024
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PREFACE
We wants to express thanks to Allah SWT, because of His bless and grace, enabling us to complete this paper entitled "QUESTION AND ANSWER USE MODEL YES OR NO" can be finished on time. This paper is a requirement to fulfill the assignment from Prof. Dr. Hj. Nurhaeda Gailea, M.Hum.
In this paper, we as author really hopes that this paper can increase knowledge and experience for readers, and can also be used as a reference, guide, as well as guidelines for readers.
We are fully aware that the many flaws in the writing of this paper, in terms of material, technical and presentation material. Therefore, we expect criticsm and constructive suggestions of further refine the writing of this paper. Finally, we hope that the writing of this paper can be useful for readers.
Serang, 25 Maret 2024
Group 9
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS ... ii
CHAPTER I ... 1
1.1 Background ... 1
1.2 Research Problem ... 1
1.3 Objective ... 1
1.4 Writing Methodolgy ... 1
CHAPTER II ... 2
2.1 Question and Answer Use Model Yes or No ... 2
2.2 Model of Question and Answer Use Model Yes or No... 2
2.3 Formula of Question and Answer Yes or No ... 3
2.4 Example of Question and Answer Yes or No ... 4
CHAPTER III ... 5
3.1 Conclusion ... 5
3.2 Suggestion ... 5
BIBLIOGRAPHY ... 6
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CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
Using questions for communication is very common and necessary in both formal conversations such as in classes, meetings, and in informal situations such as talking amongst friends outside of class. The use of questions plays a very important role and can determine whether a conversation is fluent or not. Moreover, questions can also determine how far that information or a conversation is understood (Wälchli, 2005). In the context of ESL teaching and learning processes, the use of questions also serves as a model and a design for information transmission, repetition, strengthening of information, and language manipulation exercises (Brown, 2007; Nodine, 2003).
Referring to contextual conversations, theoretically Yes/No questions can be answered variously depending on the context of conversation. For example, a question from a teacher to her student, “Do you understand lesson 5, John?” John is supposed to answer it based on its context. It means that if John understands 100% of materials in lesson 5, he can answer it by model, “Yes, I do,” or “Of course”, or “Sure”. However, if John only understands 40% of all the material, he should answer it by saying something like, “Not really,” or “not much”.
So, it is not appropriate with the context if John only understands around 75% of lesson 5 and he answers “Yes” or “Of course” (Singer, 1986).
1.2 Research Problem
1. What is the meaning of question and answer use model yes or no?
2. What is the model of question and answer use model yes or no?
3. What is the formula in question and answer use model yes or no?
4. What is an example of using question and answer use model yes or no?
1.3 Objective
1. Knowing the meaning of question and answer use model yes or no.
2. Knowing the model of question and answer use model yes or no.
3. Knowing the formula of question and answer use model yes or no.
4. Knowing an example of question and answer use model yes or no.
1.4 Writing Methodolgy
The data and information obtained in writing this paper are derived from journals, websites, and books sourced from the internet. The material is compiled collectively by the group.
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CHAPTER II DISCUSSION
2.1 Question and Answer Use Model Yes or No
Terminologically a Yes/No question is called a polar interrogative or a polar question or a bipolar question according to Nodine (2003). Related to the definition and the nature of the answer to Yes/No questions, Murphy (2004) asserts that a Yes/No question is a question which needs a ‘Yes or No’ answer by using an auxiliary at the beginning of the question sentence.
In other words, it is a question which often produces a simple and brief answer where the questioner focuses more on his or her knowledge of existing information. Nordquist (2017) said that such questions are generally started with an auxiliary or modal such as be, have, do or a modal verb and are replied to by an answer such as yes or no or synonyms thereof.
In the context of how to answer Yes/No questions, numerous linguists and English practitioners have provided various different arguments. The potential answers depend on the context and the situation for both the questioner and the answerer. This means that a Yes/No question cannot only be answered by a model such as “Yes” or “No” or “Yes, I do” or “No, I don’t”, but can also be answered by other variations like “Of course”, “I expect so”, “Not much” or “Nothing” and so on. The possible variety of model answers depends on the context and the situation, where & when the conversation takes place (Wälchli, 2005).
2.2 Model of Question and Answer Use Model Yes or No
Nevertheless, both theoretically and practically and based on the context of natural, real- life conversations, English linguists, practitioners, and also researchers agree that the answers to the Yes/No questions fall into six models of answers, those six models of answers to Yes/No questions are set out below:
a. Model I: only a simple “Yes/No” answer.
A: Is your wife an American?
B: Yes.
b. Model II: the answer is derived from “Yes/No” + repetition of the verb or auxiliary verb from the question.
A: Is there anything I can do for you sir?
B: No, thank you, there is not
c. Model III: the answer derived from “Yes/No”; there is no repetition of the verb or auxiliary verb but there is additional information in the form of confirming, affirming, supporting, refusing, modifying, and or commenting on the answer given to the question.
A: Did you stop in Rome?
B: Yes, I spent a week there. [confirming, affirming]
A: Is English a compulsory subject in your school?
B: No, it depends on the course. [modifying]
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d. Model IV: This model of answer uses the verb or auxiliary verb without being started by
“Yes/No”. Usually the additional information is in the form of confirming, affirming, supporting, refusing, modifying, and or commenting on the question.
A: You’re not going now, Rini?
B: I am. [confirming/affirming]
e. Model V: This model of answer uses a similar expression or synonym for the “Yes/No”
word or uses the answer in the form of an idiom which has a similar or the same meaning with “Yes/No” or a meaning between the two which means that the meaning is in the range between “Yes” and “No”.
A: Are you feeling alright dear?
B: Of course. [Yes]
f. Model VI: This model of answer has a close relationship to the Modal V category of answers consisting of models of answers with positive, negative or neutral meanings.
Whether the answer is positive, negative or neutral, it can be concluded based on the context and situation. In this case, positive means “Yes” and negative means “No”.
Meanwhile, neutral has a meaning in the range between the positive and negative meanings A: Are you going home now?
B: As soon as possible. [positive]
2.3 Formula of Question and Answer Yes or No
Here's a formula or pattern Question that can't be missed:
Verbs + subject + ...
The verbs at the beginning of yes/no questions are auxiliary verbs and modal verbs.
Auxiliary verbs include: is, am, are, were, were, did, did, has, have, and had.
Modal verbs include: can, will, may, shall, could, would, might, should, and others.
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In making yes/no question, there are also rules for answering them. The formula or pattern answer them is divided into:
Yes, subject + verbs / No, subject + verbs + not.
2.4 Example of Question and Answer Yes or No i. Are you mad at me?
Yes, I am. / No, I am not.
ii. Was Kevin the guitarist of Lalala Band two years ago?
Yes, Kevin was. / No, Kevin was not.
iii. Do you like playing football?
Yes, I do. / No, I do not.
iv. Had the train left the station?
Yes, the train had. / No, the train had not.
v. Will you help me to study Japanese Yes, I will. / No, I will not.
vi. Might I borrow your dictionary tomorrow?
Yes, you might. / No, you might not.
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CHAPTER III CLOSING
3.1 Conclusion
Related to the definition and the nature of the answer to Yes/No questions, Murphy (2004) asserts that a Yes/No question is a question which needs a ‘Yes or No’ answer by using an auxiliary at the beginning of the question sentence. In other words, it is a question which often produces a simple and brief answer where the questioner focuses more on his or her knowledge of existing information. Nevertheless, both theoretically and practically and based on the context of natural, real-life conversations, English linguists, practitioners, and also researchers agree that the answers to the Yes/No questions fall into six models of answers.
3.2 Suggestion
We as writers are aware that there are still many shortcomings in the writing of the paper Question and Answer Use Model Yes or No, therefore we really hope for the suggestions and criticisms of all readers. we also hope that this paper can help readers in terms of knowledge and improve your English skills.
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BIBLIOGRAPHY
Ben. (2021, February 23). EF Blog . Retrieved from EF Blog :
https://www.ef.co.id/englishfirst/kids/blog/apa-itu-yes-no-questions-berikut-penjelasan-dan- contohnya/#
Dergayasa, I. W. (2017). Model Answer Yes or No Question from EFL Student in Public Senior High Schools. Siele Journal, 236-239.
