English as an International Language: An Overview

What are the three main pillars that support the current status of English as a global language?

• Listening, Comprehension, Fluency

• Reading, Writing, Speaking

• Population, Position, Prestige

• Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Population, Position, Prestige as these are the main pillars supporting English as a global language.

According to the text, what is the term used to describe the spread of English as a global lingua franca?

• English as a Second Language (ESL)

• English as a Foreign Language (EFL)

• English as a Lingua Franca (ELF)

• English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Answer explanation

English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) is the term used to describe the spread of English as a global lingua franca.

Who proposed the concept of 'English as an international auxiliary language'?

• Larry E. Smith

• Anita Dewi

• David Crystal

• Astri Hapsari

Answer explanation

Larry E. Smith proposed the concept of 'English as an international auxiliary language'.

What term is used in the text to describe the situation where English is used in communication with other countries?

• English as a Local Slang

• English as a Regional Dialect

• English as a Global Currency

• English as a National Language

Answer explanation

The term used in the text to describe the situation where English is used in communication with other countries is 'English as a Global Currency'.

What concept did Pennycook suggest in relation to the spread of English and its impact on other languages?

• Linguistic Imperialism

• Global Language Dominance

• Language Policy Paradox

• Language Ecology

Answer explanation

Pennycook suggested the concept of Language Ecology in relation to the spread of English and its impact on other languages.

Who introduced the concept of 'English as an international auxiliary language'?

• Crystal

• Bamgbose

• Chew P. G.-L.

• Larry E. Smith

Answer explanation

Larry E. Smith introduced the concept of 'English as an international auxiliary language'.

What is the term used by McKay to describe Indonesians' use of English?

• Innovative

• Traditional

• Common

• Unique

Answer explanation

McKay uses the term 'Unique' to describe Indonesians' use of English, highlighting their distinctiveness in this aspect.

What did Pennycook suggest researchers need to think about in relation to English and globalization?

• Outside nationalist frameworks

• Within nationalist frameworks

• In isolation

• Without considering diversity

Answer explanation

Pennycook suggested researchers need to think about English and globalization outside nationalist frameworks, emphasizing the importance of considering diverse perspectives.

What is the term used by Burridge to describe the potential of English to evolve into various dialects?

• Blooming English

• Stagnant English

• Standard English

• Traditional English

Answer explanation

Burridge uses the term 'Blooming English' to describe the potential of English to evolve into various dialects.