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Language and Linguistics Quiz

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Which area of linguistics focuses on rules for combining sounds?

Phonology (correct)

Syntax

Morphology

Phonetics

Which of the following is NOT an English sound?

[f]

[x] (correct)

[s]

[p]

What does a linguist mean by grammar?

Rules for combining words

Rules for sentence structure

Rules for combining sounds

Rules for language use (correct)

What is the study of the inventory of sounds in a language called?

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What is the name of the English sound represented by [f]?

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What do you know when you know a language?

A lot of things Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of the rules for combining sounds in a language called?

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What is the English sound represented by [x]?

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What is the name of the English sound represented by [s]?

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Phonetics and Phonology

Phonology is the area of linguistics that focuses on the rules for combining sounds in a language.

English Sounds

The sound [x] is not an English sound.
The English sound represented by [f] is called "ef".
The English sound represented by [s] is called "es".

Grammar and Language Knowledge

Grammar refers to the set of rules that govern the structure of a language.
When you know a language, you know how to use it to communicate effectively.

Phonetics

The study of the inventory of sounds in a language is called phonetics.
The study of the rules for combining sounds in a language is called phonology.

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Test your knowledge of language and linguistics with this quiz! Explore the building blocks of language, the difference between descriptive and prescriptive grammar, and the rules for combining sounds. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the fascinating world of language.