English Language Errors Analysis

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What is the primary objective of this course?

To improve listening skills in Nigerian ESL users
To provide an overview of the English language in Nigeria
To identify and analyze different types of errors in English usage by second-language users of English (correct)
To enhance speaking skills in English language

How many study sessions are outlined in the printed lecture materials?

12
10
13 (correct)
15

What is the primary distinction between human language and animal communication?

Animals can communicate with the same precision and range as humans
Human language lacks the systematic rule, precision, and infinite range of creative expressions (correct)
Human language lacks organisation and dynamism associated with animal communication
Animals are unable to communicate

What is the main objective of this session for the students?

To explore the features and functions of human language (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Study Session 5?

Word classes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Study Session 13?

Some common errors of Nigerian ESL users (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to Bernstein et al., what is the unique feature of human language?

Its ability to communicate with precision and infinite range of creative expressions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended textbook for this course?

Adetugbo, A.1993 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of this study session for the students?

To be able to define the concept of language and explain its features and functions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of human language in everyday life?

It is essential for interpersonal communication and self-expression (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of Study Session 4?

To explain the concept of note-taking and note-making (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many weeks is this course designed to cover?

15 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of this study session?

The features and functions of human language (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Study Session 2?

The listening skill (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of a child's vocabulary?

Listening to words spoken around him (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of language that allows it to generate new expressions and experiences?

Its creative potential (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Tutor-Marked Assignments?

To evaluate student understanding of the course materials (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the emergence of new words and expressions in a language?

Changes in cultural life (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many components are mentioned in the course materials?

6 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between language and culture?

Language is a part of culture (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the example of language creativity mentioned in the text?

The way poems are written (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of changes in cultural life on language?

New words and expressions emerge (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why the spoken form of human language is unique?

It allows humans to use linguistic sounds in patterns that are distinct from animal sounds. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between verbal and non-verbal forms of language?

Verbal language is used for spoken communication, while non-verbal language is used for communication through gestures and body language. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the speaking and writing skills?

Expressive skills (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult to discern the intention of a dog when it barks?

Because the dog’s barking is a fixed pattern that does not vary with context. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship between an object and the name by which it is called in human language?

Arbitrary (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between human language and animal sounds?

Human language uses linguistic sounds in patterns, while animal sounds do not. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the two vital organs involved in the process of listening?

The brain and the ears (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of listening that occurs when you do not pay close attention to what is being said?

Informal listening (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the person who decodes the message being passed?

The decoder (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Communication Skills Project (COMSKIP)?

To emphasize the importance of effective communication skills among Nigerian undergraduates (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the type of listening that involves rapt attention?

Active listening (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key element that distinguishes listening from mere hearing?

Paying attention to the speaker (B) Signup and view all the answers