Linguistic Range and Control Flashcards

Which scenario best demonstrates C2-level linguistic range?

Answer: Effortlessly adapting register from casual conversation to academic debate

C2 speakers can effortlessly shift register and style across all types of discourse, reflecting full linguistic range.

When a CEFR descriptor says a speaker has 'good control' but with 'occasional slips,' which level is most likely indicated?

Answer: C1

C1 descriptors acknowledge good control with occasional slips but emphasize the speaker's ability to correct them.

At A2 level, which of the following best describes vocabulary range?

Answer: Sufficient range for familiar and routine situations

A2 vocabulary covers familiar, routine situations and basic needs but not abstract or specialized topics.

Which aspect of linguistic control is most emphasized at the B2 level?

Answer: Maintaining grammatical control in complex sentences

B2 emphasizes the ability to maintain grammatical control in complex structures with relatively high accuracy.

A learner who can only produce isolated words and fixed expressions is at which CEFR level?

Answer: A1

A1 learners produce isolated words and very basic fixed phrases, reflecting minimal linguistic range.

Which statement about linguistic range at B1 is accurate?

Answer: Speakers have enough range to describe experiences, events, and personal opinions

B1 speakers have sufficient range to describe experiences, events, dreams, and give reasons or explanations.

In CEFR, what does it mean when a speaker 'lacks flexibility' in language use?

Answer: They cannot easily adapt their language to different contexts or topics

Lack of flexibility means the speaker cannot smoothly shift between contexts, topics, or registers, indicating limited range.