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Sociolinguists are primarily concerned with the relationship between language and society.
Sociolinguists are primarily concerned with the relationship between language and society.
True
The way people use language is not influenced by the social context.
The way people use language is not influenced by the social context.
False
Sociolinguists only study formal language used in academic settings.
Sociolinguists only study formal language used in academic settings.
False
The style of language used by a person can change depending on their audience.
The style of language used by a person can change depending on their audience.
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Language is used solely for conveying information without any emotional context.
Language is used solely for conveying information without any emotional context.
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Ray uses the term 'bastard' when speaking to his grandmother.
Ray uses the term 'bastard' when speaking to his grandmother.
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Sociolinguists are only interested in the grammatical structure of language.
Sociolinguists are only interested in the grammatical structure of language.
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Ray's choice of words reflects his feelings about his teacher.
Ray's choice of words reflects his feelings about his teacher.
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Ray's relationship with his mother is formal and distant.
Ray's relationship with his mother is formal and distant.
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Ray greets the principal with a casual greeting.
Ray greets the principal with a casual greeting.
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Nicknames can express both affection and dislike.
Nicknames can express both affection and dislike.
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Ray is likely in his early twenties based on his linguistic choices.
Ray is likely in his early twenties based on his linguistic choices.
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The way we talk provides clues about our social identity.
The way we talk provides clues about our social identity.
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Margaret is greeted the same way by everyone she encounters at work.
Margaret is greeted the same way by everyone she encounters at work.
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Margaret's daughter greets her with 'hi mum'.
Margaret's daughter greets her with 'hi mum'.
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The president of the local flower club addresses Margaret as Mrs Billington.
The president of the local flower club addresses Margaret as Mrs Billington.
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The adults in the village of Sauris were all bilingual.
The adults in the village of Sauris were all bilingual.
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The village of Sauris was part of the Austrian empire before 1866.
The village of Sauris was part of the Austrian empire before 1866.
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Italian is the primary language used among villagers in their homes.
Italian is the primary language used among villagers in their homes.
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Friulian was commonly used by young men in Sauris in social settings like pubs.
Friulian was commonly used by young men in Sauris in social settings like pubs.
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Italians from outside Sauris could easily understand the local German dialect.
Italians from outside Sauris could easily understand the local German dialect.
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The use of different languages in Sauris is influenced by social factors.
The use of different languages in Sauris is influenced by social factors.
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Using German in the pub is generally considered appropriate among the villagers.
Using German in the pub is generally considered appropriate among the villagers.
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A woman used German to scold her husband in a pub setting.
A woman used German to scold her husband in a pub setting.
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The villagers of Hemnesberget use one dialect of Norwegian.
The villagers of Hemnesberget use one dialect of Norwegian.
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Bokmål is primarily used in informal settings among friends and family in Hemnesberget.
Bokmål is primarily used in informal settings among friends and family in Hemnesberget.
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Ranamål is considered the local dialect that reflects community membership.
Ranamål is considered the local dialect that reflects community membership.
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Blom and Gumperz studied the Hemnesberget dialects in the early 1980s.
Blom and Gumperz studied the Hemnesberget dialects in the early 1980s.
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In western culture, it is common to use forms that can be superficially insulting to express friendliness.
In western culture, it is common to use forms that can be superficially insulting to express friendliness.
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Using Bokmål while interacting with local shopkeepers would be considered normal behavior.
Using Bokmål while interacting with local shopkeepers would be considered normal behavior.
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Parents always use the same name for their children, regardless of the situation.
Parents always use the same name for their children, regardless of the situation.
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The linguistic variation between Ranamål and Bokmål includes differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.
The linguistic variation between Ranamål and Bokmål includes differences in pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.
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Robbie is called Robert by his mother when she is feeling affectionate.
Robbie is called Robert by his mother when she is feeling affectionate.
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Bokmål is used more frequently in casual conversations among villagers.
Bokmål is used more frequently in casual conversations among villagers.
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In some cultures, people have a ceremonial name used only on formal occasions.
In some cultures, people have a ceremonial name used only on formal occasions.
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Teachers in local schools use Ranamål as the primary language of instruction.
Teachers in local schools use Ranamål as the primary language of instruction.
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Friends typically call each other by the same name all the time.
Friends typically call each other by the same name all the time.
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The term you use to address your mother can indicate your social background.
The term you use to address your mother can indicate your social background.
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Bob is the name friends use for him when they want to tease or annoy him.
Bob is the name friends use for him when they want to tease or annoy him.
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Marital status has no relevance on the choice of address forms in communication.
Marital status has no relevance on the choice of address forms in communication.
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Study Notes
Sociolinguistics
- Sociolinguistics is the study of the relationship between language and society.
- Sociolinguists investigate how language use varies in different social contexts.
- The social functions of language and how it conveys social meaning are also explored.
- Language use provides insight into social relationships and how individuals express their social identity.
Language Variation and Social Context
- Individuals adapt their speech based on the social context, including who is present and their relationship with the listener.
- The same message can be conveyed differently depending on the social context.
- People use different speech styles in different settings.
Language Functions
- Language serves various functions, including conveying information, expressing emotions, and establishing social relationships.
- Language choices can reveal feelings and the nature of the speaker's relationship with the listener.
Social Identity and Language
- The way we speak can provide clues about our age, background, and experiences.
- Language choices contribute to constructing and enacting social identity.
Sociolinguistic Variation
- Linguistic variation can occur at different levels, including pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.
- Dialects are distinct varieties of a language that differ in multiple linguistic features.
- Local dialects often serve as markers of community membership.
- Standard dialects are often used in formal settings and official communication.
Multilingualism and Social Context
- Individuals may be trilingual, using different languages in specific social contexts.
- Language choices can reflect cultural background, social relationships, and the environment.
Social Factors Influencing Language Choice
- Social factors, such as who the speaker is addressing, the setting, and the purpose of the interaction, influence language selection.
- Cultural norms can impact the use of certain language features, such as the use of insulting terms to express affection.
- Addressing terms can vary based on relationships, age, and cultural background.
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Test your knowledge on the relationship between language and society with this sociolinguistics quiz. Explore how language varies in different social contexts and the functions it serves in expressing social identity. Understand the impact of social relationships on language use and meaning.
