Question 1

Subject verb agreement is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Subject verb agreement is a grammatical rule that regulates the proper matching of subjects and verbs in sentences, making it an example of syntax, which concerns the structure and arrangement of words and phrases to create meaningful phrases and sentences. Semantics focuses on the meaning of words and how they relate to each other in sentences. Morphology is the study of words and word forms, including their inflections and components. Phonology pertains to the study of sounds and their patterns in language.

Question 2

The system of rules that determine how sentences can be formed is:

Accepted Answer

The system of rules that determine how sentences can be formed is called syntax. Semantics refers to the meaning of words and sentences, pragmatics refers to how language is used in context, and language encompasses all aspects of communication, including syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Therefore, the best choice is A (syntax).

Question 3

The idea that language is learned through environmental factors like other skills and behaviors best resembles which learning theory?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 4

The difference between "hit the ball" and "hitting the ball" is:

Accepted Answer

The difference lies in morphology, which is the study of the forms of words. "Hit" is the base form of the verb, while "hitting" involves a morphological change (adding -ing) to indicate the progressive aspect.

Question 5

____________________ is the use of language in social contexts and involves knowing the rules and skills for using language in social situations, such as during conversations, in narratives, or situations when making requests and responding to requests.

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The answer of ____________________ is the use of language in...

Question 6

____________________ involves using a few students who assume a role and must act out or ad-lib that role.

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The answer of ____________________ involves using a few students who...

Question 7

The smallest linguistic unit of speech that signals a difference in meaning is a:

Accepted Answer

Phonemes are the smallest units of sound in a language that can change the meaning of a word. Morphemes are the smallest units of meaning in language and can be composed of one or more phonemes. Words are made up of one or more morphemes. "Linguistic sound" is not a recognized term in linguistics.

Question 8

The ____________________ model is based on the work of Jean Piaget and Lois Bloom.

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The answer of The ____________________ model is based on the...

Question 9

In conversations, ____________________ include facial expressions, eye contact, and distance between the speaker and listener.

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The answer of In conversations, ____________________ include facial expressions, eye...

Question 10

According to the ____________________ model, children develop language through their interactions with others and because of the need to communicate with others.

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The answer of According to the ____________________ model, children develop...

Question 11

The "T" in SLANT stands for:

Accepted Answer

The "T" in SLANT stands for "Track the Talker," which means to pay attention to the person who is speaking.

Question 12

Using the technique of ____________________, students are provided with a vocabulary word, a definition, and a keyword to assist in memory retrieval. This technique works best if used in conjunction with mnemonic devices.

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The answer of Using the technique of ____________________, students are...

Question 13

____________________ involves leaning slightly forward toward the speaker, maintaining eye contact, and providing nonverbal feedback.

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The answer of ____________________ involves leaning slightly forward toward the...

Question 14

Before listening, during listening, and after listening are the three components of the ____________________.

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The answer of Before listening, during listening, and after listening...

Question 15

The ____________________ is a universal learning mechanism that consists of a general set of principles or rules for sentence structure as they apply to a student's particular language. Some scholars believe children are born with it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ is a universal learning mechanism...

Question 16

The appropriate use of vocabulary to create sentences that make sense is:

Accepted Answer

Semantics refers to the meaning of words and how they are used to create sentences that make sense. Syntax refers to the order and structure of words in a sentence, morphology refers to the study of the internal structure of words, and phonology refers to the study of sounds in language.

Question 17

A morpheme that can stand alone and has meaning is a ____________________ morpheme.

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The answer of A morpheme that can stand alone and...

Question 18

The difference between the words "making" and "marking" is:

Accepted Answer

The difference between "making" and "marking" lies in their phonology, which is the study of the sound system of languages. The only difference between these two words is the sounds /m/ and /r/, which changes their meaning.

Question 19

Having each student in a group/class write part of the same story is an example of the:

Accepted Answer

The description "Having each student in a group/class write part of the same story" corresponds to the Story Chain activity, in which each student adds on to the story started by the previous student. The Scrambled Story activity involves taking a completed story and rearranging the order of the paragraphs or sentences. The Last is First activity involves starting a story with the last sentence and having students work backwards. The Same or Different activity involves comparing and contrasting two different stories or texts.

Question 20

Language milestones should be used primarily:

Accepted Answer

Language milestones serve as a guideline for normal oral language progression. They provide educators and parents with general expectations for when children should be reaching certain language milestones. It is important to remember that every child develops at their own pace, so milestones should not be used as the sole determinant for identifying learning disabilities, referring students for special education services, or assessing oral language deficiencies.

Quiz 4: Oral Language: Strategies and Techniques