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Communicative Competence Quiz
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Communicative Competence Quiz

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What aspect of Communicative Competence is primarily demonstrated by the misunderstanding of the word 'bough'?

  • Discourse competence
  • Grammatical competence
  • Lexical competence (correct)
  • Sociolinguistic competence

    • Which communication competence is highlighted when the husband responds to his wife's corrections?

  • Pragmatic competence
  • Interactional competence (correct)
  • Strategic competence
  • Discourse competence

    • What demonstrates a lack of grammatical competence in the husband's reading?

  • Using 'thruff' instead of 'through' (correct)
  • Incorrect spelling of 'through'
  • Mispronunciation of 'bough'
  • Reading with confusion

    • Which component of Communicative Competence is reflected when the wife corrects her husband repeatedly?

    <p>Pragmatic competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misunderstanding does the husband show regarding the word usage in the story?

    <p>Confusion between 'strong' and 'rough'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the husband's reaction to his wife's corrections illustrate a learning moment?

    <p>By acknowledging his confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of Communicative Competence is challenged by the husband's spelling difficulties?

    <p>Lexical competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the interruption by the wife suggest about communication effectiveness?

    <p>It disrupts the flow of reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does linguistic competence primarily refer to?

    <p>Knowledge of the language code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which competence focuses on the appropriateness of language in social contexts?

    <p>Sociolinguistic competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discourse competence mainly involves knowledge related to what?

    <p>Cohesion and coherence in spoken or written texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Strategic competence is essential for what purpose?

    <p>Solving communication problems as they occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an aspect of communicative competence?

    <p>Mathematical competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What encompasses knowledge and skills for forming well-structured messages?

    <p>Linguistic competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Essential for coherence in written texts, which concept focuses on text types and genres?

    <p>Discourse competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of strategic competence?

    <p>Employing effective communication strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes sociolinguistic competence?

    <p>Awareness of social context in language use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ability to produce grammatically correct utterances is an aspect of which competence?

    <p>Linguistic competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What character expresses the idea that losing can lead to a greater understanding of destiny?

    <p>Thanos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the conversation, which character tries to assert their rank within the hierarchy of gods?

    <p>Loki</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What informal language element is used by Tony Stark when discussing a flavor named after him?

    <p>Colloquialism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character uses the phrase 'Undying fidelity' to pledge loyalty?

    <p>Loki</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect distinguishes informal English in the provided conversations?

    <p>Use of idioms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Thanos react to Loki's claim of being a god?

    <p>He challenges Loki.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What humorous comment does Tony Stark make when talking about Ben & Jerry's?

    <p>He dislikes dairy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character states, 'You talk too much' in the conversation?

    <p>Thor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author imply about the nature of climate change discussions in the international community?

    <p>They often get lost in rhetoric.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the author, what internal aspect is emphasized as a key factor in the climate change crisis?

    <p>Spiritual and moral responsibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biblical reference is cited to illustrate the consequences of defiling the land?

    <p>Leviticus 18:26-28</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the author suggest spirituality and religion should play in addressing climate change?

    <p>They should be central to finding solutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Pope Benedict XVI's view on the relationship between science and creation?

    <p>Respecting creation enhances understanding of human identity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metaphor does the author use to describe humanity's role in relation to creation?

    <p>Tenants of the land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of human actions impacting the environment?

    <p>Technological innovations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author hope for regarding climate change discussions?

    <p>They will consider spiritual influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event in the Philippines in 2001 involved text messaging?

    <p>The coup de text against corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did technology impact the election in Zimbabwe under Robert Mugabe?

    <p>It facilitated mobile phone photography that exposed corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did blogging play in Burma according to the content presented?

    <p>It reported on repression and human rights abuses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker believe is essential for foreign policy in the modern context?

    <p>Listening to public opinions via communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social issue was NOT mentioned as a pressure point for change over the last 200 years?

    <p>Discrimination based on nationality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has changed in sociopolitical campaigns over the past few decades according to the text?

    <p>They are driven by a global community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical pressure for change occurred approximately 50 years ago?

    <p>Social security and welfare rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker imply about the power of communications in modern society?

    <p>It enhances collective action and moral sense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communicative Competence

    • Linguistic Competence: Knowledge of the language code for grammatically correct utterances.
    • Sociolinguistic Competence: Refers to knowledge and skills about appropriate language use within a social context.
    • Discourse Competence: Knowledge and skills for coherent and cohesive utterances— for example, understanding text types and genres.
    • Strategic Competence: Knowledge of the use of communication strategies to solve communication problems.

    Communication Contexts & Examples

    • Communication Context #1: Recognizes linguistic competence, especially in terms of grammar and spelling.
    • Film Conversation: Showcases informal language use and its contexts within a film. Examples include idioms, contractions, colloquialisms ( slang and short forms), abbreviations, and shortened forms of verbs.
    • Talk Show: Illustrates how informal language can impact communication in a wider social context. For example, the talk show references examples of the use of technology like texting and blogging to instigate social change.
    • Climate and Environmental Concerns: Emphasizes the importance of the interaction between nature, human action, and spirituality in addressing global crises.
    • The Right to Vote and Universal Social Change: This section focuses on global trends and movements— including the role of technology and public opinion— as catalysts for positive social change.

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    Test your understanding of communicative competence, focusing on linguistic, sociolinguistic, discourse, and strategic skills. Explore various communication contexts, including informal language use in films and talk shows. Sharpen your knowledge of effective communication strategies and their applications.

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