ESL ESL Grammar & Linguistics for Teachers 3

Question 1

Which type of error occurs when a learner applies an L1 rule to L2, resulting in an incorrect form?

Accepted Answer

Transfer error (interference)

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Overgeneralization

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Simplification

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Developmental error

Question 2

What is the function of a gerund in English grammar?

Accepted Answer

It is a verb form ending in -ing used as a noun

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It acts as an adverb modifying a verb

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It is the infinitive form of a verb

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It is a past participle used in passive voice

Question 3

In English, what is the difference between restrictive and non-restrictive relative clauses?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive clauses define or identify the noun; non-restrictive clauses add extra, non-essential information set off by commas

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Restrictive clauses add extra information set off by commas; non-restrictive ones define the noun

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There is no meaningful difference in standard American English

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Restrictive clauses only appear at the start of sentences

Question 4

What does 'aspect' refer to in English grammar?

Accepted Answer

How a verb action extends or is completed over time, such as perfect or progressive aspect

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The formality level of a verb

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The subject-verb agreement rule

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Whether a verb is regular or irregular

Question 5

Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

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Neither the students nor the teacher were ready.

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The team are playing well.

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Each of the boys have a book.

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Neither the teacher nor the students was ready.

Question 6

What is the purpose of teaching collocations in an ESL grammar class?

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To help students use words that naturally go together as native speakers do

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To help students memorize verb conjugations

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To drill pronunciation of minimal pairs

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To teach students about punctuation rules