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What does speech variety signify according to the text?
What does speech variety signify according to the text?
- The number of speakers of a specific language
- The historical origins of a language
- The class of situation where a certain speech variety is used (correct)
- The region where the language is spoken
In the context of language varieties, what does a domain refer to?
In the context of language varieties, what does a domain refer to?
- A specific dialect of a language
- A unit of language that cannot vary
- A type of written communication
- The class of situation where a certain speech variety is used (correct)
Which term is synonymous with 'speech variety'?
Which term is synonymous with 'speech variety'?
- Verbal communication (correct)
- Dialect diversity
- Language uniformity
- Code-switching
What would be an incorrect interpretation of 'speech variety'?
What would be an incorrect interpretation of 'speech variety'?
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Which best describes the importance of understanding speech varieties?
Which best describes the importance of understanding speech varieties?
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What does the concept of domain signify in the context of speech varieties?
What does the concept of domain signify in the context of speech varieties?
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How is speech variety related to the concept of domain?
How is speech variety related to the concept of domain?
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In the study of language varieties, what role does speech variety play?
In the study of language varieties, what role does speech variety play?
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Which factor is crucial in identifying a speech variety according to the text?
Which factor is crucial in identifying a speech variety according to the text?
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Why is understanding speech varieties vital in communication?
Why is understanding speech varieties vital in communication?
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