Part Two Linguistics

1、 How do we understand the saying that language is symbolic?

2、 What are the major functions of language? Please use examples to illustrate this.

3、 How many parts are there in a syllable? Use an example to show how a syllable is structured.

4、 What factors influence the acquisition of the second language?

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Part Two Linguistics

1、 Language is symbolic because certain sounds (and later some graphical elements) are associated by the brain to elements of the physical world, so each word serves as a symbol in relation to a specif ……此处隐藏3684个字…… effective learning experiences for the students in their classrooms. These students will make faster progress.

    c. Culture and status: There is some evidence that students in situations where their own culture has a lower status than that of the culture in which they are learning the language make slower progress.

    d. Motivation: Students who are given continuing, appropriate encouragement to learn by their teachers and parents will generally fare better than those who aren't.

    e. Access to native speakers: The opportunity to interact with native speakers both within and outside of the classroom is a significant advantage.