Reading class - Stage 10

Scientists who study the origin, structure, and development of human language are called

• translators

• historians

• linguists

• authors

A regional variation of a language with its own grammar, pronunciation, or vocabulary is called a

• metaphor

• dialect

• synonym

• slang

Languages can gradually change and develop new features over time. This process is called

• distinguish

• emerge

• evolve

• describe

We use body movements and facial expressions to communicate ideas that words alone cannot. These are called

• concepts

• gestures

• expressions

• signals

Skilled speakers can clearly and effectively communicate complex ideas. This means they can effectively

• describe

• converse

• guide

• communicate

Some languages are considered more _________ due to their complex grammar and extensive vocabulary

• sophisticated

• simple

• clear

• direct

Understanding the exact _________ of a word is essential for effective communication.

• definition

• message

• concept

• meaning

Children can often speak their native language fluently without any prior instruction. This means they can speak __________.

• fluently

• precisely

• spontaneously

• clearly

We _________ to other things, like pictures or gestures, when we don't have the right words to express ourselves.

• converse

• refer

• explain

• show

Language is an _________ part of human culture, something that is naturally associated with being human.

• earned

• acquired

• developed

• inherent