Eng 110: Introduction To Language And Linguistics March 2011 Question Paper
Eng 110: Introduction To Language And Linguistics March 2011
Course:Bachelor Of Education Arts
Institution: Kabarak University question papers
Exam Year:2011
COURSE CODE: ENG 110
COURSE TITLE: INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE &
LINGUISTICS
STREAM: Y1S1
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Answer Question ONE (compulsory).
2. Answer any other TWO questions from the ones provided.
1. a) Define the following terms;
(i) Linguistics (2 marks)
(ii) Langue (2 marks)
(iii) Parole (2 marks)
b) Make a distinction between spoken and written languages. (12 marks)
c) Discuss the functions of language. (12 marks)
2. Discuss any Four theories on the origin of language. (20 marks)
3. What does it mean to know a language? (20 marks)
4. Discuss the relationship between linguistics and other disciplines. (20 marks)
5. What is the function of English and Kiswahili in Kenya? (20 marks)
6. (a) Discuss any four branches of linguistics. (10 marks)
(b) Briefly discuss the major language families in Kenya. (10 marks)
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