Lin 210:Introduction To Sociolinguistics Question Paper

Lin 210:Introduction To Sociolinguistics 

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Linguistics

Institution: Rongo University question papers

Exam Year:2017



Answer question one and any other two
1.a.Define the following terms as used in sociolinguistics(8mks)
-Dialect
-register
-variety
-standard language

b.Distinguish between bilingualism and multilingualism (4mks)

c.Explain any five reasons for code switching (10mks)

d.Explain any four features of a standard language(8mks)

2.Describe the relationship between language and society (20mks)

3.Explain the process of language standardization giving appropriate examples(20mks)

4.a.Define the term diglossia(4mks)
b.Describe the features of diglossia

5.a.Differentiate between pidgins and creoles(8mks)
b.Explain any six features of pidgins(12mks)






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