TKT TKT Module 1 Language and Background to Language Learning

Question 1

Which of the following is a minimal pair demonstrating a phonemic contrast in English?

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'cat' and 'bat'

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'ship' and 'sheep'

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'run' and 'ran'

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'light' and 'night'

Question 2

In the word 'photography', where does the primary stress fall?

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On the second syllable (-TOG-)

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On the first syllable (PHO-)

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On the third syllable (-ra-)

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On the fourth syllable (-phy)

Question 3

Which term describes the way connected speech sounds link together, such as 'turn off' being pronounced 'tur-noff'?

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Linking

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Elision

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Assimilation

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Weak forms

Question 4

What is the function of a discourse marker such as 'however' in a text?

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To signal a contrast or contradiction between ideas

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To add new vocabulary to the text

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To introduce a list of items

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To show that a speaker is uncertain

Question 5

Which cohesive device is used in this sentence? 'Maria loves painting. She does it every day.'

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Reference

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Substitution

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Lexical repetition

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Ellipsis

Question 6

In which register would you most likely find the greeting 'Dear Sir or Madam'?

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Formal written communication

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Informal spoken English

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Casual written communication

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Academic spoken English

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the language function of 'Could you possibly open the window?'

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Making a polite request

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Giving advice

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Expressing ability

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Offering help