What does Tannen claim is the most effective means of communication - direct or indirect? Is it possible that both are equally effective? How? Recall the last conversation you had where the meaning you were trying to convey was misunderstood because of your choice of direct or indirect speech. What happened?

It could be anything, recent improvements in technology/telecommunication/internet have increased the pace of globalization.generally, it has something to do with technology. globalization means that people around the world are brought together through technology which speeds things up. so maybe some of those options could be correct. : )