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What is the primary goal of linguistics?
What is the primary goal of linguistics?
- To understand the nature of language in general (correct)
- To promote language diversity in communities
- To analyze individual languages for practical applications
- To investigate language-related real-life problems
What distinguishes human language from other animal communication systems?
What distinguishes human language from other animal communication systems?
- The ability to convey emotions and abstract concepts
- The complexity of grammar structures
- The presence of certain features common to all human languages (correct)
- The use of written symbols for communication
What is the main focus of Applied Linguistics?
What is the main focus of Applied Linguistics?
- Historical development of languages
- Theoretical aspects of language form and meaning
- Preservation of indigenous languages
- Practical issues involving language in the community (correct)
When did Applied Linguistics develop as an independent area of study?
When did Applied Linguistics develop as an independent area of study?
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What are the main areas of concern of applied linguistics?
What are the main areas of concern of applied linguistics?
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Study Notes
Linguistics
- The primary goal of linguistics is to understand the nature of language, how it is structured, and how it is used.
Human Language vs. Animal Communication
- Human language is distinguished from other animal communication systems by its creativity, displacement, and cultural transmission.
Applied Linguistics
- The main focus of Applied Linguistics is to address real-world language problems and provide solutions to language-related issues in various contexts such as education, language teaching, and language policy.
Development of Applied Linguistics
- Applied Linguistics developed as an independent area of study in the 1960s.
Areas of Concern in Applied Linguistics
- The main areas of concern in applied linguistics include language teaching and learning, language assessment and testing, language policy and planning, multilingualism, and forensic linguistics.
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Test your knowledge of applied linguistics with this quiz. Explore the relationship between applied linguistics and linguistics, and the practical issues involving language in the community.
