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What does the term 'grammar' in linguistics refer to?
What does the term 'grammar' in linguistics refer to?
- Study of punctuation and capitalization rules
- Study of regional accents and dialects
- Study of vocabulary and idiomatic expressions
- Set of structural rules on speakers' or writers' usage and creation of clauses, phrases, and words (correct)
Which subjects are included in the study of grammar?
Which subjects are included in the study of grammar?
- Biology, chemistry, and physics
- History, literature, and art
- Phonology, morphology, and syntax (correct)
- Geography, sociology, and psychology
How do fluent speakers primarily acquire the rules of a language?
How do fluent speakers primarily acquire the rules of a language?
- Through intentional study and instruction
- By internalizing the rules through exposure to other speakers (correct)
- By attending formal language classes
- By reading grammar books and reference materials
When does much of the internalization of language rules occur for individuals?
When does much of the internalization of language rules occur for individuals?
In what way can the term 'grammar' be used to describe linguistic behavior?
In what way can the term 'grammar' be used to describe linguistic behavior?
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