Language Functions and Communication Skills

The video tutorial covers nine essential language functions that enhance communication skills. It provides detailed explanations and examples for introducing oneself and others, making inquiries, asking for and giving instructions, directions, making requests, offering help, and congratulating others. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using polite expressions and provides practical examples for both formal and informal contexts.

What is the primary purpose of language functions?

• To improve writing skills

• To enhance speaking and communication skills

• To learn new vocabulary

• To understand grammar rules

Which expression is NOT used to introduce oneself?

• I am...

• Meet my friend...

• Let me introduce myself...

• Hi, my name is...

In a formal setting, how might you introduce someone?

• May I introduce Mr...

• This is my friend...

• Hey, check out...

• Meet my buddy...

Which question type is used to seek detailed information?

• Yes/No questions

• Tag questions

• WS questions

• Rhetorical questions

What is the first step in giving instructions?

• Lastly

• Secondly

• Firstly

• Finally

Which expression is used to politely ask for directions?

• Show me the way!

• Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to...

• I need to find...

• Where is the bank?

Which phrase is NOT used to make a request?

• Could you please...

• I demand...

• Would you mind...

• Can you...

How might you offer help to someone?

• Do you need any help?

• I can't help you.

• Why don't you do it yourself?

• I don't know how to help.

Which is a formal way to congratulate someone?

• You did it!

• Well done!

• I must congratulate you on this achievement.

• Congrats!