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What does linguistic/grammatical competence primarily involve?
What does linguistic/grammatical competence primarily involve?
- Knowledge of strategies to manage communication breakdowns
- Knowledge of producing cohesive and coherent texts
- Ability to use language at the right time and place
- Knowledge of language rules and how to form correct sentences (correct)
Which component of communicative competence involves the ability to recognize and repair communication breakdowns?
Which component of communicative competence involves the ability to recognize and repair communication breakdowns?
- Strategic competence (correct)
- Pragmatic competence
- Grammatical competence
- Linguistic competence
How does communicative competence support effective communication?
How does communicative competence support effective communication?
- By solely relying on vocabulary knowledge
- By ignoring the audience and context
- By combining various language elements appropriately (correct)
- By only focusing on grammatical accuracy
What is a significant aspect of knowledge within communicative competence?
What is a significant aspect of knowledge within communicative competence?
Which of the following is NOT part of the components of communicative competence?
Which of the following is NOT part of the components of communicative competence?
What might hinder communication according to the concept of strategic competence?
What might hinder communication according to the concept of strategic competence?
What defines communicative competence in terms of timing and context?
What defines communicative competence in terms of timing and context?
What role does vocabulary play in communicative competence?
What role does vocabulary play in communicative competence?
What does grammatical competence refer to?
What does grammatical competence refer to?
Which of the following best defines sociolinguistic competence?
Which of the following best defines sociolinguistic competence?
What does discourse competence involve?
What does discourse competence involve?
Which of these describes strategic competence?
Which of these describes strategic competence?
Which is an example of formal English?
Which is an example of formal English?
What is a characteristic of informal English?
What is a characteristic of informal English?
How can one achieve coherence in discourse?
How can one achieve coherence in discourse?
Which option is not a focus of strategic competence?
Which option is not a focus of strategic competence?
What does the term phonetics refer to in language studies?
What does the term phonetics refer to in language studies?
Which aspect of language deals with the structure of sentences?
Which aspect of language deals with the structure of sentences?
What is the main focus of sociolinguistic competence?
What is the main focus of sociolinguistic competence?
What is an example of a non-verbal mode of communication?
What is an example of a non-verbal mode of communication?
Which of the following best describes semantics in language?
Which of the following best describes semantics in language?
What does 'mindset' refer to in the context of intercultural competence?
What does 'mindset' refer to in the context of intercultural competence?
In Western cultures, what is considered an important form of greeting?
In Western cultures, what is considered an important form of greeting?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'heartset' in intercultural competence?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'heartset' in intercultural competence?
Which gesture is commonly used in Mali, West Africa as a greeting?
Which gesture is commonly used in Mali, West Africa as a greeting?
What does 'skillset' refer to in intercultural competence?
What does 'skillset' refer to in intercultural competence?
What greeting is typical among friends in America?
What greeting is typical among friends in America?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'cultural knowledge' within intercultural competence?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'cultural knowledge' within intercultural competence?
In Asian cultures, what form of greeting is commonly observed?
In Asian cultures, what form of greeting is commonly observed?
Which statement exemplifies Sociolinguistic competence?
Which statement exemplifies Sociolinguistic competence?
Which type of communication context does a research article represent?
Which type of communication context does a research article represent?
What competence is demonstrated by the statement, 'We oftentimes use hand signals to communicate to someone from afar'?
What competence is demonstrated by the statement, 'We oftentimes use hand signals to communicate to someone from afar'?
Which statement is an example of Informal English?
Which statement is an example of Informal English?
In the context of formal language, which statement is appropriate?
In the context of formal language, which statement is appropriate?
Which statement best identifies an element of Discourse competence?
Which statement best identifies an element of Discourse competence?
Which statement illustrates Grammatical competence?
Which statement illustrates Grammatical competence?
What is a key characteristic of informal communication contexts?
What is a key characteristic of informal communication contexts?
Study Notes
Communicative Competence
- The ability to use language at the right time, in the right place, and with/to the right person
- Consists of multiple components including Linguistic/Grammatical, Sociolinguistic, Discourse, and Strategic competence
Components of Communicative Competence
- Linguistic/Grammatical Competence: Understanding and using language rules, including grammar, vocabulary, sounds, and pronunciation
- Sociolinguistic Competence: Understanding and using language appropriately in different social contexts and situations
- Discourse Competence: Ability to produce coherent and cohesive text, organizing words, phrases, and sentences to create conversations, speeches, etc.
- Strategic Competence: Knowing how to communicate effectively when there are communication breakdowns, including strategies to avoid, repair, and restore communication during conversations
Elements of Communicative Competence Relation
- Elements include the speaker, hearer, message, feedback, channel, barriers, and style
- Relations include intrapersonal, interpersonal, extended (technology), and organizational
Formal vs. Informal Language
- Formal Language/Formal English: Used in formal settings like academic papers, business reports, and formal meetings
- Informal Language/Informal English: Used in casual situations like conversations with friends and family, social media, and informal gatherings
Features of Formal and Informal Language
- Informal English typically includes: common words, phrasal verbs, short forms, short and simple sentences, and less polite language
- Formal English typically includes: formal words, full verb forms, passive structures, complex sentences, longer and more complicated sentences, and polite language
Intercultural Competence
- The ability to interact effectively in intercultural situations
- Supported by attitudes, cultural knowledge, skills, and reflection
- Consists of three dimensions: Mindset, Heartset, and Skillset
Dimensions of Intercultural Competence
- Mindset: Intercultural awareness, understanding similarities and differences between cultures, including self-awareness and cultural awareness
- Heartset: Acknowledging, appreciating, and accepting the cultural differences between individuals
- Skillset: Intercultural agility, the ability to reach communication goals while interacting with people from other cultures
Gestures Around the World
- Greetings and gestures can vary significantly across cultures
- In Mali, West Africa, people kiss each other's hands as a greeting
- In Turkey, hand gestures are often used for bargaining
- A firm handshake is standard in Western countries and many business situations
- Kissing is common in Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe
- Hugging is a common greeting among friends in America and other English-speaking countries
- Bowing is traditionally used as a formal greeting in Asia
- A thumbs up gesture often signifies "great" or "good" in many cultures
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Explore the intricacies of communicative competence, which includes understanding how to use language effectively in various contexts. This quiz delves into its essential components: linguistic, sociolinguistic, discourse, and strategic competence. Test your knowledge on the elements that contribute to effective communication.
