Linguistics: The Study of Language
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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?

  • Word structure (correct)
  • Sentence structure
  • Speech sounds
  • Meaning

    • 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?

    <p>Applied linguistics uses scientific findings to enhance language education, while theoretical linguistics focuses on theoretical frameworks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of pragmatics within linguistics?

    <p>Understanding the social context of language use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does synchronic study differ from diachronic study in linguistics?

    <p>Synchronic study focuses on specific points in time, while diachronic study spans different time periods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do linguists define languages as if speakers of one language cannot do?

    <p>Understand speakers of another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many distinct languages are there currently in the world?

    <p>Seven thousand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field focuses on using linguistic concepts to improve communication skills in native or second languages?

    <p>Applied linguistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What interdisciplinary field connects to disciplines such as anthropology, philosophy, and biology?

    <p>Linguistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a unique human attribute that allows us to convey complex information?

    <p>Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which university is mentioned as offering programs in English linguistics and concentrations in language and linguistics?

    <p>University of Wisconsin-Madison</p> Signup and view all the answers

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