Socio intro

What is a "speech community"?

• A group of people who speak the same language

• A classroom of language learners

• A group that shares norms for using language in interaction

• A community where speech is the main form of communication

Which of the following is an example of a "sociolect"?

• Slang used by teenagers from a working-class neighborhood

• The speech style of lawyers

• British English

• A person’s unique way of speaking

"Code-switching" refers to:

• Rewriting a message in formal language

• Using body language instead of speech

• Alternating between two languages or varieties in conversation

• Correcting someone's grammar in public

Which of the following best defines "idiolect"?

• A speech variety that reflects national identity

• A regional dialect spoken by many

• The unique speech patterns of an individual

• A formal register used in law

What does "communicative competence" include beyond grammar?

• Vocabulary building

• Knowing how to speak politely in all situations

• The ability to use language appropriately in context

• Memorizing language structures

Which of the following illustrates “language attitudes”?

• Believing some accents sound more intelligent than others

• Translating a sentence from Spanish to English

• Using formal speech with your teacher

• Taking notes during a lecture

"Diglossia" describes a situation where:

• People frequently forget grammar rules

• A language is written but not spoken

• Two language varieties are used for different social functions

• Children create their own dialect

A "prescriptive" approach to grammar means:

• Describing how people actually use language

• Recording dialectal variation

• Suggesting changes to pronunciation

• Defining how language should be used

According to sociolinguists, “variation” in language is:

• A sign of incorrect usage

• An obstacle to communication

• Normal and socially meaningful

• Something to be avoided in formal writing

Which of the following reflects the idea of “language and power”?

• Children learn languages faster than adults

• Some dialects are more respected than others in society

• Grammar rules evolve over time

• All languages are equally complex