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Final Assessment

Instruction:  You must complete these 10 assessment questions and Click here to submit your response:

1. Grammar and Syntax

  • Question: Identify and correct the grammatical errors in the following sentence: "Neither the students nor the teacher were happy with the way the event was organized."

2. Phonetics and Phonology

  • Question: Explain the difference between voiced and voiceless consonants, and provide three examples of each in English.

3. Literary Analysis

  • Question: Analyze the use of symbolism in William Blake’s poem "The Tyger." How does it contribute to the overall theme of the poem?

4. Essay Writing

  • Question: Write an essay on the topic: "The Role of Technology in Shaping Modern English." Your essay should include an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

5. History of the English Language

  • Question: Discuss the influence of the Norman Conquest on the development of the English language. Provide specific examples of changes in vocabulary and syntax.

6. Sociolinguistics

  • Question: How does social class affect language use in English-speaking communities? Provide examples of how language varies across different social strata.

7. Creative Writing

  • Question: Write a short story (500-700 words) that begins with the sentence: "The last thing I expected was to find an old letter tucked inside the book."

8. Linguistic Theories

  • Question: Compare and contrast Noam Chomsky’s theory of Universal Grammar with B.F. Skinner’s behaviorist approach to language acquisition.

9. Research Methodologies

  • Question: Outline the steps you would take to conduct a linguistic study on regional dialects in the United Kingdom. Include a brief description of the research methods you would use.

10. Public Speaking and Presentation

  • Question: Prepare and deliver a 5-minute presentation on the topic: "The Impact of Social Media on Language Evolution." Include an outline of your main points and a brief analysis of how you will engage your audience.

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