What are language practices?

• The ways in which language is used in everyday interactions

• The study of ancient languages

• The process of learning a new language
  
  

• The rules and grammar of a language

Which forms of communication do language practices encompass?

• Spoken communication only

• Written communication only
  
  

• Nonverbal elements only
  
  

• Spoken and written communication, as well as nonverbal elements

What are examples of nonverbal elements in language practices?

• Gestures, facial expressions, and body language

• Writing, reading, and speaking
  
  

• Listening, understanding, and interpreting
  
  

• 1.      Grammar, vocabulary, and syntax

How can language practices vary?

• They are constant and do not vary
  
  

• They can vary within and across communities, influenced by factors such as cultural norms, social dynamics, and individual preferences

• They vary based on the time of day
  
  

• They vary based on the language being spoken

What does language choice refer to?

• The process of learning a new language
  

• The decision-making process involved in selecting which language(s) to use in communication within a particular context or situation

• The rules and grammar of a language

• The ways in which language is used in everyday interactions

Language choice is a fundamental aspect of what?

• Language learning

• Language teaching
  
  

• Language use

• Language translation

On what factors can language choice vary?

• Individual, social, cultural, and situational factors

• Age and gender of the speaker
  
  

• ) The type of language being spoken

• The geographic location of the speaker

Is language choice constant?

• Yes, it does not vary

• No, it can vary widely depending on individual, social, cultural, and situational factors

Does the context or situation affect language choice?

• Yes, the context or situation can affect which language(s) are chosen for communication

• No, the context or situation does not affect language choice
  
  

• Only in formal settings
  
  

• Only in informal settings

What can be the impact of a dominant language majority on bilingual education initiatives?

• It can lead to the marginalization or stigmatization of minority languages, making it challenging to implement policies that promote bilingualism and biliteracy
  
  

• It can lead to an increase in the number of bilingual speakers
  
  

• It can lead to a decrease in the number of languages spoken in a region
  
  

• 1.      It can lead to the promotion of multilingualism