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What is pidgin?

The use of informal language or slang by students always indicates a lack of language skill.

Chapter 3: Aspects of Language

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1
The use of informal language or slang by students always indicates a lack of language skill.
False
True
2
What is pidgin?
A simplified blend of two or more languages
A fully developed native language
A type of dialect used in classrooms
A language made up only of gestures
3
Syntax is a rule for sentence structure
False
True
4
What was a flaw in early studies claiming bilingualism was a handicap?
They ignored social and economic factors
They only studied adult learners
They didn't test the students
They used too many languages
5
Why are language attitudes important for teachers to recognize?
To prevent linguistic discrimination
To prepare for standardized testing
To correct pronunciation errors quickly
To eliminate slang in the classroom
6
What is code switching?
Alternating between two languages in speech
Changing writing styles for school
Using hand signals to speak
Switching dialects when nervous
7
What is pragmatics in language?
How words sound
How children learn grammar
The words meanings
Language in social contexts
8
What is the main purpose of language?
To follow rules
To control others
To express opinions
To communicate
9
Bilingualism is speaking multiple dialects
True
False
10
Morphology includes both prefixes and suffixes used to change meanings or grammar.
False
True