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Language, Culture, and Society Joan Adrian Tabalanza, LPT 1 Which of the following is an example of the instrumental function of language according to Michael Halliday? A) “Let’s all stand and pray.” B) “I want him now.” C) “English is considered a universal lang...

Language, Culture, and Society Joan Adrian Tabalanza, LPT 1 Which of the following is an example of the instrumental function of language according to Michael Halliday? A) “Let’s all stand and pray.” B) “I want him now.” C) “English is considered a universal language.” D) “In a faraway land, a magical kingdom…” 2 Which term best describes a language that is learned in addition to the native language and is used for communication within the same country? A. Additive Language B. Foreign language C. Second language D. Bilingual language 3 Which theory posits that language is a tool for social action and that meaning is constructed through interaction? A. Behaviorist Theory B. Functionalism C. Generative Grammar Theory D. Speech Act Theory 4 This concept refers to the idea that language influences the way individuals perceive and think about the world? A. Cultural Relativism B. Linguistic Relativity C. Ethnocentrism D. Social Constructivism 5 This term describes the phenomenon where speakers of different languages have different ways of categorizing and understanding the world? A. Linguistic Determinism B. Code-Switching C. Language Acquisition D. Cultural Assimilation 6 Which concept best describes the idea that language reflects and reinforces the cultural values and social norms of a society? A. Ethnocentrism B. Code-Switching C. Cultural Transmission D. Language Displacement 7 Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies sociolinguistic variation? A. A student using formal language in a research paper and informal language in a text message to a friend. B. A person learning a new language through an online course and speaking the same language with supervisors. C. A teacher explaining grammar rules to local students and phonology to international students. D. A tourist using a phrasebook to communicate in a foreign country. 8 In a society where people often switch between multiple languages in a single conversation, this practice is known as: A) Code-switching B) Bilingualism C) Language acquisition D) Dialect 9 What is the term for a variety of a language that is distinguished by its vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation? A) Slang B) Jargon C) Accent D) Dialect 10 Which of the following is a challenge in applying the language-culture-society connection in multicultural societies? A. Language diversity and multilingualism B. Homogeneous cultural practices C. Uniform social norms D. Standardized language policies 11 Which of the following best describes an immersion language learning environment? A. Learning a language through formal classroom instruction only B. Learning a language by studying grammar and vocabulary from textbooks C. Learning a language through online courses and virtual interactions D. Learning a language by being surrounded by and using it in everyday situations 12 Which of the following is a key factor in creating a conducive language learning environment? A. Limiting distractions and interaction among students B. Emphasizing formative assessment and rote memorization of vocabulary C. Providing a supportive and encouraging atmosphere D. Focusing on grammar rules to comply with existing language policy 13 Which of the following best describes the Inner Circle in Kachru’s Concentric Circles Model? A. Countries where English is used as a foreign language B. Countries where English is the native language C. Countries where English is used as a second language D. Countries where English is norm-developing 14 Which of the following features of human language refers to the ability to talk about things that are not present in the immediate environment? A. Duality B. Arbitrariness C. Displacement D. Productivity 15 Which language register is demonstrated below? “Lol. You don’t have the nerve to rat me out.” A. Slang Register B. Casual Register C. Informal Register D. Consultative Register Thank you, Eagles!