Understanding Code Switching

What is code-switching?

• A method of cooking

• The process of shifting from one linguistic code to another

• A way to change clothes

• A type of dance

Why do people often code-switch without realizing it?

• To fit in or advance their careers

• To confuse others

• To learn new languages

• To make jokes

What job did the director of 'Sorry to Bother You' have that relates to code-switching?

• Telemarketer

• Teacher

• Chef

• Doctor

How did Barack Obama use code-switching during speeches?

• By using different languages

• By singing songs

• By changing his clothes

• By adjusting his tone and style

What was Bill Clinton known for doing with his Southern accent?

• Ignoring it

• Changing it to a British accent

• Emphasizing it for casual events

• Using it only at home

Why do experts say politicians use code-switching?

• To gain support during elections

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse their opponents

• To learn new languages

What is one origin of code-switching according to some linguists?

• A fashion trend

• A new language

• A type of music

• Linguistic prejudices of the middle class

What does code-switching reveal about speech forms?

• Some forms are more accepted than others

• All forms are equally accepted

• All forms are rejected

• Speech forms are not important

In the Philippines, what is one reason people code-switch?

• To travel abroad

• To resist the rise of English

• To learn English

• To make friends

How does code-switching help preserve local languages?

• By ignoring them

• By honoring and using them

• By translating them into English

• By mixing them with English