Linguistic Range and Control Flashcards

Which CEFR level can a speaker use a broad range of language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes?

Answer: C1

C1 speakers can use language flexibly and effectively across social, academic, and professional contexts with broad range.

At the B2 level, how does a speaker typically handle complex sentence structures?

Answer: Uses them with occasional errors without impeding communication

B2 speakers can use complex structures with occasional errors that do not impede communication.

A learner at A1 level has which characteristic regarding linguistic range?

Answer: Has a very limited repertoire of words and phrases

A1 learners have a very limited repertoire, confined to basic words and memorized phrases.

Which descriptor best reflects linguistic control at the C2 level?

Answer: Consistently maintains high precision even in complex situations

C2 speakers consistently maintain high precision and control even in the most complex and demanding situations.

Which of the following best illustrates 'range' in the CEFR framework?

Answer: The variety of vocabulary and structures a speaker can use

Range refers to the breadth of vocabulary, structures, and expressions available to the speaker.

A B1 speaker discussing an unfamiliar topic would most likely:

Answer: Struggle and use limited vocabulary with circumlocution

B1 speakers manage less familiar topics with limited vocabulary, often using circumlocution to compensate.

Which CEFR level is described as being able to express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions?

Answer: B2

B2 speakers can express themselves fluently and spontaneously, making regular interaction with native speakers quite possible.