(Paper 4) Language Acquisition: What are the different functions of 'young people's' language?

Instrumental function - language that is used to fulfil a need, such as to obtain food, drink or comfort.

Regulatory function - language that asks, commands and requests. 

Interactional function - language that is used to form, develop and regulate social relationships. 

Personal function - language that expresses personal opinions. 

Representational function - language that is used to relay or request information.

Heuristic function - language that is used to explore, learn and discover.

Imaginative function - the use of language to tell stories and create imaginary constructs.