Intro to SFL

Which definition of SFL is most appropriate?

• describe language we know in the context we learned it

• describe language we use in the context we use it

• describe language we want to learn in the context we find it

Which sentence is correct?

• SFL starts with use. Language can be used in any way if it is communicative.

• SFL starts with the structure. Language is systemic and form determines function.

• SFL starts with meaning. Structure is important but only to serve the function.

The three levels on which we communicate meaning are:

• ideational interpersonal textual

• register genre text

• field tenor mode

The three main variables that characterize register are:

• subject verb complement

• field tenor mode

• form status meaning

When you “do” SFL, you don't pay attention to phonology or morphology because you are working with texts (instead of sounds and words).

• True

• False