1. What is the definition of a language?
a) A system of communication using sounds, words, and grammar
b) A system of symbols and gestures used for communication
c) A set of rules for writing and speaking a particular language
d) A group of people who speak the same language
2. How many languages are estimated to be spoken in the world today?
a) Over 1,000
b) Over 5,000
c) Over 10,000
d) Over 50,000
3. Which of the following is not a widely-spoken language?
a) English
b) Mandarin Chinese
c) Spanish
d) Latin
4. What is the difference between a dialect and a language?
a) A dialect is a regional variation of a language, while a language is a standardized form of communication.
b) A dialect is a form of slang, while a language is the proper way of speaking.
c) A dialect is a form of communication used by a specific group, while a language is spoken by a larger population.
d) A dialect and a language are the same thing.
5. What are the main components of language?
a) Syntax, morphology, and phonology
b) Words and grammar
c) Speech sounds and vocabulary
d) All of the above
6. How do babies learn language?
a) By imitating adults
b) Through trial and error
c) Through a combination of genetics and exposure to language
d) By attending language classes
7. What is the process of language acquisition in children called?
a) Language learning
b) Language development
c) Language acquisition
d) Language education
8. What is linguistic relativity?
a) The idea that language affects thought and perception
b) The study of language origins and evolution
c) The ability to speak multiple languages fluently
d) The differences between dialects within a language
9. What is a lingua franca?
a) A language spoken by the majority of a country's population
b) A language used for communication between speakers of different native languages
c) A language that is no longer spoken
d) A regional variation of a language
10. What is the most widely spoken language in the world?
a) English
b) Mandarin Chinese
c) Spanish
d) Hindi
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