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Language Contact: Psycholinguistics and Language Contact

Description: This quiz covers the topic of Language Contact: Psycholinguistics and Language Contact, focusing on the psychological and linguistic aspects of language contact phenomena.
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What is the term used to describe the process of two or more languages influencing each other?

  1. Language Convergence

  2. Language Divergence

  3. Language Shift

  4. Language Death


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Language Convergence refers to the process by which two or more languages come into contact and begin to influence each other, resulting in changes in their grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

What is the term used to describe the ability of an individual to use two or more languages?

  1. Bilingualism

  2. Multilingualism

  3. Diglossia

  4. Language Proficiency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bilingualism refers to the ability of an individual to use two languages with equal proficiency, while Multilingualism refers to the ability to use more than two languages.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of language contact phenomenon?

  1. Code-Switching

  2. Language Borrowing

  3. Language Interference

  4. Language Loss


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language Loss refers to the decline and eventual disappearance of a language, typically due to the influence of a dominant language. It is not a common type of language contact phenomenon, as languages usually undergo changes and adaptations rather than complete loss.

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where speakers of two different languages use elements of both languages in their speech?

  1. Code-Mixing

  2. Code-Switching

  3. Language Borrowing

  4. Language Interference


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Code-Switching refers to the practice of alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation or utterance. It is distinct from Code-Mixing, which involves the integration of elements from different languages into a single utterance.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can influence language contact phenomena?

  1. Geographical Proximity

  2. Political and Economic Factors

  3. Social and Cultural Factors

  4. Individual Motivation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individual Motivation is not typically considered a factor that influences language contact phenomena. Geographical Proximity, Political and Economic Factors, and Social and Cultural Factors are all external factors that can contribute to language contact.

What is the term used to describe the transfer of linguistic features from one language to another?

  1. Language Borrowing

  2. Language Interference

  3. Language Convergence

  4. Language Shift


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Language Borrowing refers to the process by which a language adopts words, phrases, or grammatical structures from another language.

Which of the following is NOT a common strategy used by bilingual speakers to manage language interference?

  1. Selective Attention

  2. Inhibition

  3. Code-Switching

  4. Language Mixing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language Mixing is not a strategy used by bilingual speakers to manage language interference. Selective Attention, Inhibition, and Code-Switching are all strategies that help bilingual speakers to focus on the target language and reduce the influence of the non-target language.

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where speakers of two different languages develop a new language that is distinct from both of their native languages?

  1. Pidgin

  2. Creole

  3. Koine

  4. Dialect


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Pidgin is a simplified language that develops when speakers of different languages need to communicate but do not share a common language. It is typically used for specific purposes, such as trade or commerce.

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of Pidgins?

  1. Simplified Grammar

  2. Limited Vocabulary

  3. Lack of Native Speakers

  4. Complex Morphology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pidgins typically have simplified grammar, limited vocabulary, and lack native speakers. Complex Morphology is not a common characteristic of Pidgins.

What is the term used to describe a language that develops from a Pidgin and becomes the native language of a speech community?

  1. Creole

  2. Koine

  3. Dialect

  4. Standard Language


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Creole is a language that develops from a Pidgin and becomes the native language of a speech community. It typically has a more complex grammar and vocabulary than the Pidgin from which it originated.

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of Creoles?

  1. Native Speakers

  2. Complex Grammar

  3. Standardized Spelling

  4. Dialectal Variation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Creoles typically have native speakers, complex grammar, and dialectal variation. Standardized Spelling is not a common characteristic of Creoles.

What is the term used to describe a language that is used as a common language of communication between speakers of different languages?

  1. Lingua Franca

  2. Koine

  3. Dialect

  4. Standard Language


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Lingua Franca is a language that is used as a common language of communication between speakers of different languages, typically for trade or diplomacy.

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of Lingua Francas?

  1. Widely Spoken

  2. Simplified Grammar

  3. Native Speakers

  4. Dialectal Variation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lingua Francas typically have wide distribution, simplified grammar, and dialectal variation. They do not typically have native speakers.

What is the term used to describe a variety of a language that is spoken in a particular region or social group?

  1. Dialect

  2. Accent

  3. Register

  4. Standard Language


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Dialect is a variety of a language that is spoken in a particular region or social group. It may have distinct pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary compared to other dialects of the same language.

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of Dialects?

  1. Geographical Variation

  2. Social Variation

  3. Mutual Intelligibility

  4. Standardized Spelling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dialects typically have geographical and social variation, and speakers of different dialects may have mutual intelligibility. Standardized Spelling is not a common characteristic of Dialects.

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