Communication

What is one of the defining features of language according to Sapir and Chomsky?

• Language is primarily instinctive

• Language involves arbitrary symbols with no agreed-upon meanings.

• Language is a set of finite sentences

• Language is a dynamic system of communication using voluntarily-produced symbols.

What does the concept of communicative competence encompass, according to Canale and Swain?

• Cultural understanding only

• Mastery of grammatical structures only

• Grammatical competence, discursive competence, sociolinguistic competence, and strategic competence.

• Fluency and appropriateness in language use only.

What distinguishes written language from oral language in terms of characteristics?

• Immediate, spontaneous, and reliant on non-verbal cues

• Static and fixed form, more formal and structured

• Spoken and heard, adaptable, and less formal

• Emphasizes vocal inflections and expressive communication

According to Jakobson´s model, what is the phatic function of language about?

• Representing experience

• Social interaction and relationships

• Maintaining relationships
  

• Organizing language into coherent texts

According to the Communicative Approach, what is the primary goal of language learning?

• Developing the ability to communicate effectively in real-life situations

• Strict adherence to formal rules

• Mastery of linguistic competence

• Memorization of grammar and vocabulary

Which factor does NOT define a communicative situation?

• Medium/Channel

• Syntax

• Context

• Purpose

According to the Communicative Approach, what is the role of teachers in language learning?

• Guides in language development

• Memorization enforcers

• Strict rule enforcers

• Passive observers

In the context of the Communicative Approach, why is error tolerance encouraged in language learning?

• To discourage students from taking risks

• To prioritize grammatical perfection

• To make mistakes a natural part of language learning

• To penalize students for errors

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a principle of the Communicative Approach?

• Real Communication

• • Teacher-Centered

  
  

• Interaction

• Error Tolerance

Why are extralinguistic strategies, including non-verbal reactions, considered valuable in teaching?

• They hinder comprehension

• They contribute to distraction

• They support diverse learners

• They discourage active learning