Language Science Quiz
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What is the main focus of linguistics as a research field according to the text?

  • To determine the nature of materials through measurement and observation
  • To study the social and cultural aspects of language
  • To analyze the psychological effects of language on the human brain
  • To study the components of language, such as speech sounds and word formation (correct)
  • What is the social dimension of language according to the text?

  • It is used to communicate in society (correct)
  • It is the way in which words begin or end
  • It is the biological ability of humans to use language to communicate
  • It is the way in which language is stored and processed in our mind or brain
  • What is a common misconception about linguists according to the text?

  • Linguists are only interested in studying one specific language
  • Linguists must be polyglots who speak multiple languages (correct)
  • Linguists are not interested in the biological nature of language
  • Linguists are only interested in studying the social and cultural aspects of language
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