Differences between ESP and EGP and History of ESP

How did Dudley-Evans and St. John modify Strevens’ definition of ESP?

• Added contrast.

• Changed terminology.

• Removed contrast.

• Retained absolute characteristics.

How does ESP differ from EGP in terms of program initiation?

• ESP: School initiates; EGP: Learners initiate.

• Both rely on teacher initiation.

• EGP: Learners and teacher initiate.

• ESP: Learners initiate; EGP: Teacher and school initiate.

What is the key difference in the aims of instruction between EGP and ESP, according to the text?

• EGP: Balanced skills; ESP: Skill-specific focus.

• EGP focuses on skill-specific goals.

• ESP aims for a balanced set of skills.

• Both prioritize language structure.

What was one reason mentioned in the text for people in Ancient Greek and Roman times attempting to learn second languages?

• For business transactions.

• To be considered an educated person.

• For diplomatic purposes.

• For scientific research.

According to Hutchinson and Waters, what were the three influences that propelled interest in ESP?

• Economic globalization, linguist revolution, learner focus.

• Industrial demands, linguistic revolution, learner focus.

• Political changes, technological advancements, cultural influences.

• Educational reforms, linguistic development, social changes.

What significant event contributed to English becoming a lingua franca after World War II?

• The Renaissance.

• The oil crisis of the 1970s.

• The global changes in science and technology.

• The Industrial Revolution.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a difference between oral and written language in English, according to the text?

• Syntax.

• Grammar.

• Lexis.

• Pronunciation.

What trend emerged since the 1960s according to Dudley-Evans and St. John, which initially transformed into rhetoric and discourse analysis?

• Study of learners’ needs.

• analysis of study skills.

• Register analysis.

• Analysis of vocabulary and grammar.