Lin Is Not a Native Speaker

question 11

Multiple Choice

Lin is not a native speaker. While he has a good grasp of denotative meaning, connotations often escape him. His inability to master word meanings in English is an example of a lack of which kind of linguistic competence?

• A) Phonemic
• B) Semantic
• C) Syntactic
• D) Pragmatic

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Definitions:

Nation's Presidents

The elected leaders who have served as the head of state and government in a country's history.

Suburbs Growth

The expansion of residential areas outside the urban core, typically characterized by single-family homes, which became increasingly prevalent during the 20th century.

1950s

The decade spanning from January 1, 1950, to December 31, 1959, marked by significant events in politics, society, culture, and technology during the Cold War era.

Suburban America

Refers to the residential areas surrounding urban centers, characterized by lower population density, single-family homes, and often a higher standard of living.