18 Questions
What is the main characteristic of a language register?
It is characterized by the way a speaker uses language differently in different social circumstances.
Which language register is used in professional, academic, or legal settings?
Formal
What type of language variety is spoken mainly as second languages in former colonies with multilingual populations?
Indigenized variety
When are intimate language registers typically used?
In conversations between two people and often in private
Which language register is intended to remain unchanged and is historic?
Frozen
In which settings would slang be least likely to be used according to the text?
Professional or academic settings
Which type of culture values nonverbal cues more than verbal cues in communication?
High-context cultures
In which type of culture do relationships not seem to play a significant role in communication?
Low-context cultures
Which term refers to a language variety shared by every member of a speech community?
Social variety
What do you call a variety of a language spoken in a particular area of a country?
Regional Dialect
Which term refers to linguistic characteristics specific to individuals who acquired a language as their first language?
Native language variety
Which communication style values direct over indirect communication?
Low-context cultures
What does the term 'non-native language variety' refer to?
Language spoken by individuals who acquired it later in life.
Which factor can influence language variety?
Historical developments
What are 'lects' in the context of language varieties?
Regional variants of a language.
How do professional field language varieties differ from other language varieties?
They use specific jargon unique to the field.
What is a 'pidgin' in the context of language development?
A new language formed when speakers have no common language.
How do regional varieties contribute to language diversity?
By showcasing variations in pronunciation and vocabulary.
Test your knowledge on the linguistic expressions and characteristics used among members of professional fields. Explore how jargon and specific words are employed in different professional contexts.
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