Listening and Speaking Skills Flashcards

What does 'code-switching' mean in bilingual or multilingual communication?

Answer: Alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation or sentence

Code-switching is the practice of alternating between two or more languages in a conversation, often used by bilingual speakers.

What is 'discourse' in the context of speaking skills?

Answer: Connected speech or writing that forms a coherent, organized unit of communication

Discourse refers to extended, connected units of language — spoken or written — that go beyond the sentence level and form coherent communication.

In oral language assessment, what is 'coherence'?

Answer: The logical and clear connection of ideas in spoken or written communication

Coherence refers to how well ideas are logically organized and connected so that the message is clear and understandable to the listener.

What does 'turn-taking' refer to in conversational language skills?

Answer: The conventions by which speakers alternate in contributing to a conversation

Turn-taking refers to the implicit rules governing how and when each speaker contributes in a conversation without speaking simultaneously.

What is 'stress' in spoken language?

Answer: The emphasis placed on certain syllables or words in speech

Stress refers to the greater emphasis (louder, longer, or higher pitch) placed on particular syllables or words to convey meaning.

Which strategy is recommended for LOTE listening comprehension when encountering unfamiliar words?

Answer: Use contextual cues such as tone, situation, and surrounding words to infer meaning

Using contextual cues — tone, situation, and surrounding words — helps listeners infer the meaning of unfamiliar words without disrupting comprehension.