5 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of language?
Language is productive or creative
What does the study of phonology focus on?
The study of sounds
What is the process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive and comprehend language called?
Language acquisition
What does the study of lexis/lexicon focus on?
The study of words and their meanings
Which perspective views language as a mental phenomenon?
Chomsky
Test your knowledge about the characteristics of language and its different perspectives in this quiz on language and communication. Explore concepts such as language as a structured system, its arbitrary nature, and its role in culture. Challenge yourself to understand the recursive and creative aspects of language.
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