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List the subsystems of the English Language:
Phonology/Phonetics Morpholody/Lexicology Syntax Semantics Discourse
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What are the differences between the following: Declarative, imperative and interrogative?
Declarative: A statement Imperative: A request or command Interrogative: Questions
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Why do people acquire a second language?
To be able to communictae, to fit in, to feel part of a community ...
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List the stages of how an individual acquires a language
- Babbling - One word utterances - Two word utterances - Telegraphic stage
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What does negation mean?
Negative sentences or negative + rest of sentence i.e. No kicking the ball
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Explain each of the 5 subsystems:
Phonology: Systematic use of sound to encode meaning in any spoken language. Morphology: Structure of meaningful units of a language Syntax: The principles and rules for constructing phrases and clauses Semantics: The meaningful content of words, sentences and other language elements Lexicology: The study of words
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How do you turn nouns into adjectives? Give 3 examples
Nouns can be turned into adjectives by adding a suffix
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Are sign languages invented?
No, they evolve naturally within communities of individuals who are deaf.
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What is writing:
- Can be formal / informal - Permanent - Misunderstood ETC
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What is speech?
- Spontaneous - Primary mode - Social - ETC
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Northcote Car for Sale 50 Seperation Street, Northcote, 3070 $8000 O.N.O Lovely car, regretful sale due to going overseas. New tyres and brakes have just been fitted. First owner and never been in an accident before. Identify the following: Mode: Function: Audience:
Mode = Written Functon = Persuasive Audience = Potential car buyers or people in the market looking for a car
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List 4 functions of language.
Communicating Expressing emotions For relating socially For informing, persuading, arguing etc
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Describe theorists and their theories in relation to language acquisition:
There are plenty!! - critical age hypothesis (book says it starts at 2 p.g. 102) - behaviourism (imitation, reinforcement etc) - poverty of input
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What are some important rules to always follow in an exam?
- Read the question carefully - Underline the key word if necessary to ensure you are addressing the question correctly - Give examples whenever possible - Attempt every question
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