Language and Linguistics Quiz

What is the idea behind prescriptivism in language?

• There is no correct way to speak English.

• There is a correct way to speak English.

• All dialects are equally valid.

• Language should evolve naturally.

Who is associated with the concept of descriptivism?

• Noam Chomsky

• David Crystal

• William Labov

• Ferdinand de Saussure

What is Standard English mainly associated with?

• Spoken language

• Written language

• Informal language

• Regional dialects

What is Received Pronunciation often called?

• American English

• Queen's or King's English

• Australian English

• Canadian English

What percentage of people were estimated to use Received Pronunciation according to Trudgill (1974)?

• 10%

• 5%

• 3%

• 15%

What does EFL stand for in the context of language teaching?

• English as a First Language

• English as a Foreign Language

• English for Linguists

• English for Learning

What is code-switching?

• Using only one language

• Alternating between different language styles while talking

• Speaking in a monotone

• Writing in a single dialect

What is overt prestige in language use?

• Using language that is seen as 'cool'

• Using language with high social worth and status

• Using informal language

• Using regional dialects

What is covert prestige in language use?

• Using language that is seen as marginal but 'cool'

• Using language with high social worth

• Using formal language

• Using non-standard grammar

What does IPA stand for in the context of language pronunciation?

• International Phonetic Alphabet

• International Pronunciation Association

• Interpersonal Phonetic Analysis

• Integrated Phonetic Application