4. Ahmed use the words “speech act" and "recognition” several times as she analyzes the case of "the queer child.” What do these words mean in this
context? How can “speech acts” sometimes have unintended and unforeseen
effects? What is Ahmed's argument about this child's development in relation
to her parents?

this is a question from the essay “happiness and queer politics” from the book pursuing happiness

Why does the author's description of the mercury boiler—"the mercury, when vaporized, going into a mercury turbine and then into a condenser, remaining hot enough to generate steam in a steam boiler"—intentionally incorporate such highly technical language? using technical language establishes the expertise of the writer and convey the complex nature of the process being described. using technical language allows the writer to subtly poke fun at those who seek to make basic processes seem overly complicated. using technical language encourages readers to develop deeper and more meaningful personal connections to the information. using technical language lets the writer make clear to readers that the article is intended for readers who are themselves experts on electricity.