5 Questions
Which term refers to the study of language in its natural context, specifically focusing on the interaction between people?
Sociolinguistics
What does it mean when sociolinguists view language as a dynamic system?
Language changes constantly
How do sociolinguists traditionally group languages and dialects?
Genetically
What is a common sign that languages are changing?
Old people complaining about how younger people speak
How do sociolinguists view the way individuals speak?
Each individual speaks in a slightly different way
Test your knowledge of sociolinguistics and language in society with this quiz. Explore the natural context of language and learn about the dynamic nature of language as a system.
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