Linguistic Prejudice and Normative Grammar

The video features an interview with Professor Dr. Marcos Bagno discussing linguistic prejudice, the evolution of linguistic norms, and the importance of teaching a living language. The conversation covers the influence of other languages on Portuguese, social stratification, and the orthographic unification of Portuguese. The interview concludes with expressions of gratitude and hopes for future educational improvements.

What makes it difficult to break linguistic prejudice according to the professor?

• Government policies

• Technological advancements

• Lack of education

• Long-standing societal ideas

What is the primary focus of sociolinguistics?

• Teaching grammar rules

• Studying ancient languages

• Analyzing language in its social context

• Creating new languages

How is a linguistic norm established in a society?

• Through random selection

• By creating grammars and dictionaries

• Through technological means

• By popular vote

Why does the professor believe the current linguistic norm in Brazil is outdated?

• It is based on 19th-century Portuguese writers

• It is not taught in schools

• It changes too frequently

• It is influenced by English

What is the professor's view on the frequency of reviewing linguistic norms?

• Every year

• Every decade

• It depends on societal changes

• Never

What should teachers focus on to combat linguistic prejudice?

• Using outdated textbooks

• Incorporating real-life language use

• Ignoring students' spoken language

• Teaching only traditional grammar

What is the professor's stance on the role of literature in language education?

• It should be the only focus

• It should be balanced with contemporary language use

• It is not important

• It should be avoided

What creates the gap between sociolinguistic norms and the notion of a 'cultured' language?

• Social stratification

• Technological advancements

• Government policies

• Educational reforms

Why is the orthographic unification important for the Portuguese language?

• To streamline international publications

• To eliminate regional dialects

• To reduce printing costs

• To simplify grammar rules

Who does the professor believe should have more influence over the Portuguese language?

• Mozambique

• Angola

• Brazil

• Portugal