Sociolinguistics: Language Choice and Variation

<p>To give an overview of the book's main components. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>9/12.5pt Stone Serif (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The large number of people who come and go for work and business purposes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When dealing with vendors from his own ethnic group in the marketplace. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A local variety of Swahili with its own distinct linguistic features. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because it is the language used for official transactions, despite French being the official language. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A code used by young people in Bukavu regardless of their ethnic background. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He knows almost no French, despite it being the official language. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because standard Swahili is a frequently requested language in shops and offices. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lingala (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Investigating the different speech patterns used to express and reflect social factors. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Phonetics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He has had a different education and occupation than Jim. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To allow for specific social contexts. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their occupational and educational backgrounds have influenced their speech. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Variations in formality and word choice. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It shows a change in formality and directness. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Word-structure and grammar. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The range of linguistic styles, dialects, and registers an individual can use. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The level of formality and choice of vocabulary in an interaction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The use of address forms indicating a subordinate to superior relationship. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To elicit a response by emphasizing shared understanding. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The presence of respectful address forms, like 'Mr. Clayton' and 'sir'. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They might have intentions other than or in addition to their main function. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A variation of a language spoken by a specific regional group. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dialect usage and code switching are influenced by social changes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The shifting of a code associated with one social domain into another. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The specific subject matter of the conversation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The level of education of the participants. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Standard Swahili. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Changes in role can lead to changes in the language code used with a person. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The formality of the setting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kongo, their tribal language (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because it is the most neutral language for a multi-ethnic population. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It complements the 'L' variety by serving specific formal functions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The 'H' variety is considered more prestigious and formal compared to the 'L' variety. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Daily conversations among community members. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sermons in church. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The 'H' and 'L' varieties fulfill distinct, complementary functions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The existence of two distinct varieties of the same language with different social statuses and functions assigned. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The 'H' variety is never used for everyday conversation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Better understood through a detailed analysis of specific interactions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Publishers and authors accept no responsibility for damages or injuries from the use of their material.

The duty of professionals to ensure the welfare and safety of those affected by their work.

Practitioners should use their knowledge and experience to assess the credibility of methods and data.

A unique identifier for books, ensuring easy cataloging and finding.

The range of language varieties a person can use.

A community where multiple languages are spoken by its members.

A casual way to speak the Shi language, used in everyday situations.

A local variety of Swahili spoken in the marketplace of Bukavu.

A language Kalala listens to but does not speak or understand.

The formal version of Swahili used in official contexts in Bukavu.

A language variety used by youth in Bukavu, regardless of ethnicity.

A common language used to communicate between speakers of different native languages.

The way we refer to or address someone in conversation.

Different ways language can be expressed based on social factors.

Selection of specific words to convey social meaning.

Differences in how sounds are produced by speakers.

The situation that influences communication style.

A particular form of a language specific to a region or social group.

How formal or informal language should be depending on context.

The unique way an individual expresses language.

The phenomenon where a language associated with one context appears in another context.

The level of familiarity between participants in a conversation that affects code choice.

The power dynamics between speakers that influence language used.

The position or function a person holds in society that impacts language choice.

Environmental factors that guide the selection of language variety in communication.

The level of seriousness in a setting that affects the language used.

Different forms of language used depending on context, participants, and topics.

The situation or environment where a conversation occurs, guiding language choice.

A short phrase added to statements to prompt agreement, like 'didn't you?'

Emotional engagement in a communication, conveying feelings.

Information provided to clarify or give details about a topic.

Communication style where a lower-ranked person addresses a higher-ranked individual.

Different purposes that a single utterance can serve in communication.

Differences in language use across regions or among social groups.

The practice of alternating between different languages or dialects in conversation.

A situation in which two distinct varieties of a language are used within a community.

The more formal or prestigious version of a language used in specific contexts.

The informal variety of language used in everyday conversation.

The principle that the H and L varieties serve distinct functions in communication.

Instances of communities using both high and low varieties, like Swiss German and Standard German.

A town in Switzerland illustrating the concept of diglossia with Swiss German and Standard German.

Regional or informal forms of a language used within specific areas or communities.