Question

according to john gage’s definition and writer’s elaboration, what are the essential elements that define a discourse community? a uniform writing style, strict rules of grammar, and professional credentials b shared geography, identical beliefs, and formal education c common goals, shared language, and the balance between cooperation and individuality d frequent social interaction, emotional support, and visual communication

Explanation:

A discourse - community is defined by common goals that bring members together, a shared language (including jargon and specialized terms) for communication, and a balance between cooperation for the community's success and the individuality of members. These elements are key in John Gage's definition. Other options focus on aspects that are not central to the concept of a discourse - community.

Answer:

C. Common goals, shared language, and the balance between cooperation and individuality