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What distinguishes linguistics as a science?
What distinguishes linguistics as a science?
- Its use of comprehensive, systematic, objective, and precise analysis (correct)
- Its division into various subdisciplines
- Its connection to environmental and biological studies
- Its focus on social, cultural, and literary aspects of language
Which aspect of language does morphology study?
Which aspect of language does morphology study?
- Word structure (correct)
- Sentence structure
- Speech sounds
- Meaning
What is the primary goal of theoretical linguistics?
What is the primary goal of theoretical linguistics?
- Developing a general theoretical framework for language (correct)
- Analyzing the social context of language
- Improving language education
- Describing language based on scientific findings
In what way does applied linguistics differ from theoretical linguistics?
In what way does applied linguistics differ from theoretical linguistics?
What is the main function of pragmatics within linguistics?
What is the main function of pragmatics within linguistics?
How does synchronic study differ from diachronic study in linguistics?
How does synchronic study differ from diachronic study in linguistics?
What do linguists define languages as if speakers of one language cannot do?
What do linguists define languages as if speakers of one language cannot do?
How many distinct languages are there currently in the world?
How many distinct languages are there currently in the world?
Which field focuses on using linguistic concepts to improve communication skills in native or second languages?
Which field focuses on using linguistic concepts to improve communication skills in native or second languages?
What interdisciplinary field connects to disciplines such as anthropology, philosophy, and biology?
What interdisciplinary field connects to disciplines such as anthropology, philosophy, and biology?
What is a unique human attribute that allows us to convey complex information?
What is a unique human attribute that allows us to convey complex information?
Which university is mentioned as offering programs in English linguistics and concentrations in language and linguistics?
Which university is mentioned as offering programs in English linguistics and concentrations in language and linguistics?
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