Lexis (Ghana Only)
Akopọ
Lexis plays a crucial role in language as it encompasses the vocabulary and words used in everyday communication. Understanding the importance of lexis in language is essential for effective communication and language comprehension. In this course material, we will delve into the significance of lexis and how it enhances our language skills.
One of the key objectives of this topic is to equip candidates with the ability to recognize and use general vocabulary associated with various fields of human activity. This includes the vocabulary related to fields such as building, finance, transportation, government, sports, and more. By expanding their vocabulary across different domains, candidates can enhance their language proficiency and express ideas more effectively.
Moreover, candidates will learn to identify idiomatic expressions and collocations in everyday language. Idioms are expressions whose meanings cannot be inferred from the individual words used. Understanding and using idiomatic expressions adds depth and nuance to one's language usage. By exploring common idioms and collocations, candidates will be able to communicate more naturally and fluently.
Another crucial aspect covered in this course material is the application of structural elements of English language. Candidates will learn about sequence of tenses, concord, correct prepositions, pronoun-antecedent agreement, and other structural elements that contribute to cohesive and coherent language use. Mastering these elements ensures clarity and precision in written and spoken communication.
Furthermore, the course material will enable candidates to comprehend and analyze figurative language usage. Figurative language adds depth and imagery to communication by using metaphors, similes, and other rhetorical devices. By analyzing figurative language, candidates can interpret nuanced meanings and appreciate the richness of language beyond literal interpretations.
Awọn Afojusun
- Apply structural elements of English language effectively
- Understand the importance of lexis in language
- Comprehend and analyze figurative language usage
- Recognize and use general vocabulary associated with various fields of human activity
- Identify idiomatic expressions and collocations in everyday language
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Iwọ yoo pade adalu awọn iru ibeere, pẹlu awọn ibeere olumulo pupọ, awọn ibeere idahun kukuru, ati awọn ibeere iwe kikọ. Gbogbo ibeere kọọkan ni a ṣe pẹlu iṣaro lati ṣe ayẹwo awọn ẹya oriṣiriṣi ti imọ rẹ ati awọn ogbon ironu pataki.
Lo ise abala yii gege bi anfaani lati mu oye re lori koko-ọrọ naa lagbara ati lati ṣe idanimọ eyikeyi agbegbe ti o le nilo afikun ikẹkọ. Maṣe jẹ ki awọn italaya eyikeyi ti o ba pade da ọ lójú; dipo, wo wọn gẹgẹ bi awọn anfaani fun idagbasoke ati ilọsiwaju.
- What is the term for words and phrases used in a particular context or field of activity? A. Syntax B. Grammar C. Lexis D. Punctuation Answer: C. Lexis
- Which of the following is an example of lexis related to the field of finance? A. Stethoscope B. Microscope C. Mortgage D. Telescope Answer: C. Mortgage
- Which subtopic focuses on the total meaning of idiomatic expressions and collocations? A. Idioms B. Lexis C. Human Activities D. Figurative Usage Answer: A. Idioms
- In English language, structural elements involve the use of correct: A. Syntax B. Vocabulary C. Punctuation D. Prepositions Answer: D. Prepositions
- Identify the figurative usage in the sentence: "Her words were music to my ears." A. Her words B. Music C. My ears D. The phrase does not have figurative usage Answer: D. The phrase does not have figurative usage
- Which field of human activity would likely include terms like "lens" and "aperture"? A. Photography B. Plumbing C. Mining D. Printing Answer: A. Photography
- What is the study of the meaning of words and phrases known as? A. Syntax B. Semantics C. Grammar D. Phonetics Answer: B. Semantics
- Which aspect of English language focuses on sense relations like synonyms and antonyms? A. Grammar B. Syntax C. Lexis D. Phonology Answer: C. Lexis
- Which of the following terms is an idiomatic expression? A. Red Apple B. Kick the bucket C. Big House D. Fast Car Answer: B. Kick the bucket
- The correct use of pronouns matching their antecedents is an example of: A. Figurative Usage B. Lexis C. Structural Elements D. Idioms Answer: C. Structural Elements
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Oxford Dictionary of Idioms
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Over 5,000 Idioms Explained
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2010
ISBN
9780199543786
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Cambridge English Idioms in Use
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Intermediate
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2017
ISBN
9781316629734
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The Oxford English Grammar
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2002
ISBN
9780199658237
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