Influence of Sepulana on Learning Sepedi
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What is the primary focus of the dissertation by Matshelane Anna Khweyane?

  • The historical development of Sepedi dialects in South Africa.
  • The impact of the Sepulana dialect on Sepedi language learning. (correct)
  • The sociolinguistic challenges faced by Sepedi speakers.
  • A comparative study of language acquisition in diverse regions.

In which South African province was the research conducted for this dissertation?

  • Limpopo
  • Mpumalanga (correct)
  • North West
  • Gauteng

Who served as the supervisor for Matshelane Anna Khweyane's dissertation?

  • Mr.R.M.Mokoena
  • L.S.Mashego
  • Prof. R.N Maḓadzhe (correct)
  • Mr E.M.Ranape

To whom is the mini-dissertation primarily dedicated?

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Which of the following individuals is NOT mentioned in the acknowledgements section?

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What specific type of academic degree was Matshelane Anna Khweyane pursuing when writing this dissertation?

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What does the author express gratitude for in the acknowledgements, besides academic assistance?

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What is the significance of the ‘Sabie Circuit’ in the context of this study?

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What is a key characteristic of language varieties within a speech community?

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What does sociolinguistics primarily study?

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How do dialects differ from each other?

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What statement about dialects is most accurate?

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How do regional dialects differ?

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What do accents primarily indicate about a speaker?

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How do social dialects differ from regional dialects?

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What process leads to a language variety to be considered high quality and standard?

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Which Sepulana possessive pronoun corresponds to 'Your cattle' in English?

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Which of the following Sepedi demonstrative pronouns means 'that' when referring to something of 'le' class?

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Which Sepedi phrase translates to 'Their goats'?

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What is the English translation of 'Boraga bja yona' in Sepulana?

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Which Sepedi verb describes the action of breaking a glass?

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Which Sepulana demonstrative pronoun translates to 'these' in the 'tše' class?

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Which Sepulana verb corresponds to the Sepedi action of breaking a tree, 'O roba mohlare'?

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According to Shirley's definition, what does a verb principally indicate?

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According to the provided text, what is the primary difference between Sepedi and Sepulana?

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What is the main purpose of Chapter Four, as outlined in the introduction?

<p>To analyze how Sepulana influences the writing and learning of standard Sepedi. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The proverb 'Bana ba motho ba ngwathelana hlogo ya tšie' is the Sepedi equivalent to which proverb, in Sepulana?

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What challenges do learners who speak Sepulana at home face when learning Sepedi?

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Which research approach was used for gathering data in the study?

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What does the text state about greeting in relation to the mode of communication?

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What is 'Le kae?' in Sepedi translated to in English?

<p>How are you doing? (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who collected and organized the data presented in the research?

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According to the data provided, how many Grade 11 classes were included in the study at the School location?

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What was the total number of classes included in the study across both locations?

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A learner whose essay is marked as 'Adequate' according to the rubric would likely fall within which percentage range?

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If a learner receives a score of 19 out of 30 for 'Content and planning' according to the rubric, what would be the corresponding code?

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Which criterion best describes an essay that has 'ideas thought provoking' and a 'flawless' presentation according to the rubric?

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A learner whose work is graded as 'Elementary' demonstrates which of the following characteristics, according to the rubric?

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According to the rubric, what score out of 30 is associated with code 2?

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An essay marked as 'Not achieved' based on the rubric most likely demonstrates which of the following?

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According to the provided data, what is a common phonetic shift observed in Sepulana?

<p>The use of /d/ for /j/ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information given, what sound change is reflected in 'meetše' for 'meetse'?

<p>The shift from /ts/ to /tš/ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What phonetic change is demonstrated by 'rekisa' instead of 'rekiša'?

<p>The replacement of /š/ with /s/ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided shifts, which change is illustrated by 'tepona' for 'ipona'?

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What sound change is exemplified by 'kgwetša' representing 'hwetša'?

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In 2010, what percentage of learners at Pilgrims Rest City school passed Sepedi?

<p>100% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 2011, how many learners at Hlong Secondary School wrote the Sepedi exam?

<p>138 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the tables, which school had a 100% pass rate in Sepedi in 2012?

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Flashcards

Study Focus

The study explores how the Sepulana dialect influences the learning of Sepedi, a language spoken in the Sabie Circuit of Mpumalanga Province, South Africa.

Sepulana Dialect

The Sepulana dialect is a specific variation of the Sepedi language spoken in a particular region.

Research Goal

The study aims to understand the influence of the Sepulana dialect on the learning of Sepedi in the Sabie Circuit area.

Study Location

The study was conducted in the Sabie Circuit, a specific geographic location in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa.

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Academic Context

The study was completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a Master of Arts degree in African Languages, a program offered at the University of Limpopo in South Africa.

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Research Supervisor

The supervisor of the research was Professor R.N. Maḓadzhe.

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Acknowledgments

The author of the study acknowledges the importance of God in their life and thanks their supervisor, colleagues, principal, and family for their support.

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Year of Submission

The study was submitted in 2014, indicating the year when the research was completed.

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Language Varieties

Different varieties of language within a speech community, often with unique vocabulary or pronunciation.

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Sociolinguistics

The study of the relationship between language and society.

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Regional Dialect

A distinct form of a language spoken in a specific geographic area.

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Social Dialect

A variety of language used by people who share a particular social group or background.

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Accent

The recognizable way someone speaks, reflecting their geographic or social origin.

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Dialectal Differences

Variations in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar that distinguish different dialects.

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Standard Language

The standard, educated form of a language used for formal situations and writing.

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Mutual Intelligibility

The ability of speakers of different dialects to understand each other.

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Possessive Pronouns

These pronouns indicate the possession or ownership someone has of something.

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Demonstrative Pronouns (This/These)

These pronouns are used to demonstrate or refer to a person, object or location that is close to the speaker.

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Demonstrative Pronouns (That/Those)

Demonstrative pronouns used to indicate something that is farther away from the speaker.

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Verbs (in general)

Words that indicate an action, a state of being, or an occurrence.

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Break Verbs

Verbs that express the breaking or separating of something.

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Lack of Mutual Intelligibility

When two languages or dialects differ in their word choices for a specific concept, it creates a barrier to mutual understanding.

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Sepulana Dialect vs. Standard Sepedi

The Sepulana dialect shows differences in vocabulary compared to standard Sepedi.

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What is a greeting?

A greeting is a friendly way to acknowledge someone when you meet them. It's a way to welcome them and show you're happy to see them. In communication, greetings should be accepted by both parties.

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Sepedi vs. Sepulana

Sepedi is a standard language, with consistent grammar rules. Sepulana is a dialect with its own variations. Some Sepedi learners who grew up speaking Sepulana might find it hard to adapt to the standard language rules.

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Chapter Focus

This chapter aims to investigate how the Sepulana dialect affects the learning of Sepedi. It examines how people who speak Sepulana at home learn the standard language in school or other formal settings.

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Research Approach

The researcher uses a qualitative research approach, which means gathering and analyzing data through observations, interviews, and written documents. This approach aims to understand the complexity of human experiences from different perspectives.

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Data Collection

The data used in the study comes from personal observations directly collected by the researcher, providing firsthand insights into the real-world experiences of Sepedi learners.

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Data Sources

The study uses written essays and interviews as forms of data to understand how the Sepulana dialect affects the learning of Sepedi. This allows the researcher to gather individual stories and experiences.

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Research Significance

This research aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of Sepedi language learning in the Sabie Circuit. It examines the challenges faced by students who speak the Sepulana dialect. The study aims to help educators and policymakers adapt teaching methods to better support these students.

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Sepedi Sound Change: /d/ to /j/

Replaces the sound /d/ with the sound /j/ in Sepedi.

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Sepedi Sound Change: /tš/ to /ts/

Replaces the sound /tš/ with the sound /ts/ in Sepedi.

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Sepedi Sound Change: /s/ to /š/

Replaces the sound /s/ with the sound /š/ in Sepedi.

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Sepedi Sound Change: /t/ to /I/

Replaces the sound /t/ with the sound /I/ in Sepedi.

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Sepedi Sound Change: /kg/ to /h/

Replaces the sound /kg/ with the sound /h/ in Sepedi.

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Internal Language Change

The study of how language changes within a specific language variety, like Sepedi.

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Sepulana Dialect Influence

The Sepedi dialect spoken in the Sepulana area influences how Sepedi is taught and learned.

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Study Notes

Title of Dissertation

  • The Influence of the Dialect Sepulana on the Learning of Sepedi

Author

  • Matshelane Anna Khweyane

Degree

  • Master of Arts in African Languages

University

  • University of Limpopo

Year

  • 2014

Supervisor

  • Prof RN Madadzhe

Abstract

  • The study investigated the impact of Sepulana on learning Sepedi.
  • Sepulana negatively impacts Sepedi learning.
  • Sepedi educators using Sepulana confuse learners, leading to mixed dialect usage.
  • The study recommends improved Sepedi teacher qualifications and clearer Sepedi instruction.

Dedication

  • Dedicated to the author's children.
  • Appreciation for their encouragement and support.
  • Appreciation to their husband for understanding their commitments to the university.

Acknowledgements

  • Thanks to God for strength and protection.
  • Thanks to supervisor for assistance and patience.
  • Thanks to colleagues for their meticulous work on the project.
  • Thanks to the principal for support during research.
  • Thanks for prayers for safety.

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This study explores how the Sepulana dialect affects the learning of Sepedi among students. It highlights that the confusion caused by educators using Sepulana can hinder effective Sepedi education. Recommendations for improving teacher qualifications in Sepedi are also discussed.

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