Test on Language as Communication: Theories and Applications

Question 1: The metalinguistic function is exemplified when language is used to talk about language itself and explain some of its characteristics.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that the metalinguistic function is when language is used to talk about language itself and explain some of its characteristics, such as when explaining that 'Adjectives are words that modify other words'.

Question 2: Language is a system of arbitrary vocal symbols by means of which the members of a society interact in terms of their total culture.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: This statement accurately reflects TRAGER’s definition of language, which describes it as a 'system of arbitrary vocal symbols by means of which the members of a society interact in terms of their total culture'.

Question 3: Which function of language is exemplified by the teacher's statement, 'I am very happy with the presentation you just did!'?

A. Expressive function

B. Poetic function

C. Referential function

D. Conative function

Explanation: The teacher's statement, 'I am very happy with the presentation you just did!', exemplifies the expressive function because she is focused on herself as the sender and is expressing her emotional state.

Question 4: According to the LOMLOE's Article 17, what specific competence is Primary Education Goal F designed to help students achieve?

A. Multilingual competence for intercultural knowledge

B. The ability to check communication channels for success

C. Communicative competence to express and understand basic messages

D. Advanced understanding of language's aesthetic aspects through poetry

Explanation: The study materials state: "We need to considerer Primary Education Goal F (Article 17, LOMLOE): achieve communicative competence to express and understand basic messages." Therefore, option 2 is the correct answer. Option 0 refers to multilingual competence, which is a new competence added, not specifically Goal F. Option 1 refers to the phatic function of language (checking the channel). Option 3 refers to the poetic function of language.

Question 5: Communication is not considered a key word for English teachers.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials emphasize that communication is a key word for English teachers, as it is the essence of human interaction and the center of language learning, including oral and written communication.