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Methods and Techniques of Language Documentation

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Which of the following is NOT a common method used in language documentation?

  1. Participant observation

  2. Interviewing

  3. Corpus collection

  4. Historical linguistics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Historical linguistics is not a method used in language documentation, but rather a field of study that examines the historical development of languages.

What is the primary goal of participant observation in language documentation?

  1. To collect data on the language's grammar

  2. To record the language's vocabulary

  3. To document the language's use in everyday life

  4. To analyze the language's structure


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Participant observation is a method used to document the language's use in everyday life, by observing and recording the interactions between speakers of the language.

Which of the following is NOT a type of interview used in language documentation?

  1. Structured interview

  2. Unstructured interview

  3. Semi-structured interview

  4. Focus group interview


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Focus group interviews are not typically used in language documentation, as they are more commonly used in market research and social science research.

What is the purpose of corpus collection in language documentation?

  1. To collect a large sample of the language's text

  2. To collect a large sample of the language's audio recordings

  3. To collect a large sample of the language's video recordings

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Corpus collection in language documentation involves collecting a large sample of the language's text, audio recordings, and video recordings, in order to create a comprehensive record of the language.

Which of the following is NOT a common technique used in corpus analysis?

  1. Frequency analysis

  2. Concordance analysis

  3. Collocation analysis

  4. Discourse analysis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Discourse analysis is not a technique used in corpus analysis, but rather a field of study that examines the structure and organization of discourse.

What is the goal of language revitalization?

  1. To revive a language that is no longer spoken

  2. To promote the use of a language that is endangered

  3. To document a language that is at risk of extinction

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language revitalization involves reviving a language that is no longer spoken, promoting the use of a language that is endangered, and documenting a language that is at risk of extinction.

Which of the following is NOT a common method used in language revitalization?

  1. Language immersion programs

  2. Language nests

  3. Language camps

  4. Language apps


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language apps are not typically used in language revitalization, as they are more commonly used for language learning.

What is the purpose of language endangerment assessment?

  1. To identify languages that are at risk of extinction

  2. To assess the factors that contribute to language endangerment

  3. To develop strategies for language revitalization

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language endangerment assessment involves identifying languages that are at risk of extinction, assessing the factors that contribute to language endangerment, and developing strategies for language revitalization.

Which of the following is NOT a common factor that contributes to language endangerment?

  1. Globalization

  2. Economic development

  3. Political oppression

  4. Climate change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is not typically considered a major factor that contributes to language endangerment.

What is the role of language documentation in language revitalization?

  1. To provide a record of the language for future generations

  2. To help language learners acquire the language

  3. To support language revitalization efforts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language documentation plays a crucial role in language revitalization by providing a record of the language for future generations, helping language learners acquire the language, and supporting language revitalization efforts.

Which of the following is NOT a common challenge faced in language documentation?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Lack of access to speakers

  3. Lack of trained linguists

  4. Lack of time


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lack of time is not typically considered a major challenge faced in language documentation, as projects are often conducted over a long period of time.

What is the importance of ethical considerations in language documentation?

  1. To ensure that the rights of speakers are respected

  2. To ensure that the data collected is accurate and reliable

  3. To ensure that the language is documented in a culturally appropriate manner

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ethical considerations are crucial in language documentation to ensure that the rights of speakers are respected, the data collected is accurate and reliable, and the language is documented in a culturally appropriate manner.

Which of the following is NOT a common ethical principle in language documentation?

  1. Informed consent

  2. Confidentiality

  3. Respect for cultural diversity

  4. Objectivity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Objectivity is not typically considered a common ethical principle in language documentation, as it is often difficult to maintain complete objectivity when working with speakers and communities.

What is the role of technology in language documentation?

  1. To facilitate data collection and analysis

  2. To provide access to language resources

  3. To support language revitalization efforts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Technology plays a crucial role in language documentation by facilitating data collection and analysis, providing access to language resources, and supporting language revitalization efforts.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of technology used in language documentation?

  1. Audio recorders

  2. Video recorders

  3. Digital cameras

  4. GPS devices


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

GPS devices are not typically used in language documentation, as they are more commonly used for navigation and tracking.

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