Sociolinguistics Quiz

A linguistic variable that carries little social significance is called a(n):

• Indicator

• Marker

• Stereotype

• Register

What is the main focus of sociolinguistics?

• The study of language structure

• The study of language acquisition

• The study of language in relation to society

• The study of language change over time

Which of the following is a key concept in language contact situations?

• Pidgin

• Lingua franca

• Creole

• All of the above

Which type of language policy replaces minority languages with a dominant language?

• Pluralistic

• Assimilation

• Vernacularization

• Internationalism

Which language policy promotes the use of international or global languages?

• Pluralistic

• Assimilation

• Vernacularization

• Internationalism

Which language policy promotes the use of local or indigenous languages?

• Pluralistic

• Assimilation

• Vernacularization

• Internationalism

Which stage of language standardization involves developing grammar, dictionaries, and other codified forms?

• Selection of the norm

• Codification

• Elaboration of functions

• Acceptance by the speech community

The stage of language standardization that involves developing grammar and dictionaries is called:

• Selection of the norm

• Codification

• Elaboration of functions

• Acceptance by the speech community

A linguistic variable that is socially marked and carries significance is called a(n):

• Indicator

• Marker

• Stereotype

• Register

Sociolinguistics is concerned with:

• The internal structure of language

• How language is acquired

• The relationship between language and society

• How language changes over time