CONTENTS
Abstract
摘要
1. Introduction1
2. Literature Review...1
2.1 Previous Studies of Impoliteness Abroad
2.1.1 Face Theory
2.1.2 Impoliteness Theory
2.2 Previous Studies of Impoliteness at Home
2.3 Introduction to Modern Family
3. Analysis of Impoliteness Strategies in Modern Family Conflict Talks.4
3.1 Conflict talks between Family Members
3.1.1 Conflict talks between Husband and Wife
3.1.2 Conflict talks between Parents and Children
3.1.3 Conflict talks between Daughters
3.1.4 Conflict talks between Grandfather and Granddaughter
3.1.5 Conflict talks between Son-in-law and Father-in-law
3.1.6 Conflict talks between Sister and Brother-in-law
3.1.7 Conflict talks between Daughter and Stepmother
3.2. Factors Causing the Conflict Talks
3.2.1 Different Cultures
3.2.2 Different Sexual Orientation
3.2.3 Different Family Hierarchy
4. Conclusion..14
Biography16
Acknowledgements.17
