English as an International Lenguage

What is a primary reason for a language to become global? Seleccione una: a. Artistic expression. b. Power or relevance of its native speakers. c. Geographic isolation. d. Literary traditions.

Which characteristic is often associated with a global language? Seleccione una: a. Rigid grammar rules. b. Cultural adaptability. c. Limited vocabulary. d. Exclusivity to one region.

What defines a global language? Seleccione una: a. A language that is only spoken in one country. b. A language widely used for international communication. c. A language with no native speakers. d. A language exclusive to a particular profession.

Which languages were prominent in medicine at the beginning of the 20th century? Seleccione una: a. English and Spanish. b. French and Italian. c. German, French, and English. d. Latin and Greek.

How does globalization affect language dynamics? Seleccione una: a. It limits language diversity. b. It promotes the dominance of specific languages. c. It eliminates all languages. d. It has no impact on languages.

A ministry of education plans to redesign its English curriculum. One group argues that English should be taught mainly as a “neutral international tool,” while another insists that its colonial history must also be critically discussed. Which decision would best reflect a balanced EIL perspective? Seleccione una: a. Replacing English with local languages in all international communication settings. b. Teaching only grammar and pronunciation to avoid political discussions. c. Combining communicative English instruction with critical reflection about its historical spread and influence. d. Presenting English as culturally neutral because global communication requires uniformity.

A university researcher with strong disciplinary knowledge struggles to publish internationally because most journals require English. Which issue does this situation best illustrate? Seleccione una: a. The failure of multilingual scholars to develop scientific knowledge. b. The relationship between English dominance and unequal access to academic visibility. c. The decline of global scientific collaboration. d. The impossibility of conducting research in other languages.

A teacher wants students to understand why American English developed multiple dialects rather than one standardized variety. Which explanation would best support this lesson? Seleccione una: a. Native communities completely replaced English linguistic patterns in colonial settlements. b. Dialects disappeared once formal education expanded across the United States. c. American English remained identical to British English until the twentieth century. d. Linguistic variation emerged because settlers from different regions mixed with diverse immigrant communities.

An EFL teacher in Ecuador notices that her students become anxious during speaking activities because they believe only American or British pronunciation is “correct.” She wants to redesign her lessons following an English as an International Language (EIL) perspective. Which instructional decision would best address this situation? Seleccione una: a. Avoiding speaking activities until students master pronunciation perfectly. b. Focusing exclusively on grammatical accuracy before allowing communication tasks. c. Including listening activities with diverse English accents while emphasizing intelligibility and intercultural communication. d. Requiring students to imitate only native-speaker accents during oral presentations.

A bilingual teacher notices that students increasingly associate intelligence and professionalism only with English-speaking cultures. Which classroom strategy would best address this issue? Seleccione una: a. Encouraging students to avoid using their first language during discussions. b. Replacing local literature with English-only materials. c. Highlighting the value of multilingualism and diverse cultural perspectives. d. Focusing exclusively on native-speaker pronunciation standards.

Which of the following is an example of how technology has changed English? Seleccione una: a. The increase in complex grammar. b. The creation of regional dialects. c. The decrease in native speakers. d. The use of emojis in communication.

What controversy surrounds the dominance of English? Seleccione una: a. It's too difficult to learn. b. It's not efficient for international communication. c. It lacks scientific terminology. d. It leads to the marginalization of other languages and cultures.

Which of the following terms has become popular due to technology? Seleccione una: a. Dinosaur. b. Tree. c. Google. d. History.

What trend in digital communication has emerged with the use of technology? Seleccione una: a. Use of only complete words. b. Increase in formal grammar. c. Decrease in the use of English. d. Use of abbreviations and acronyms.

What political development contributed to the emergence of English as a global language after World War II? Seleccione una: a. The formation of the United Nations. b. The rise of the United States as a superpower. c. The creation of the European Union. d. The fall of the Soviet Union.

What do Jenkins and Seidlhofer primarily study? Seleccione una: a. The history of grammar. b. The Spanish language worldwide. c. Phonology and lexicogrammar in English as a Lingua Franca. d. The development of dialects.

Which of the following is an example of how technology has changed English? Seleccione una: a. The increase in complex grammar. b. The decrease in native speakers. c. The creation of regional dialects. d. The use of emojis in communication.

What role does English play in science and technology? Seleccione una: a. It is only used in English-speaking countries. b. It is the primary language used in scientific publications. c. It is less important than other languages. d. It has no impact.

Why should English teachers address digital communication forms such as emojis and acronyms? Seleccione una: a. Because they eliminate the need to teach vocabulary. b. Because they are unrelated to real communication. c. Because students need to understand how English varies across contexts. d. Because they should replace academic writing.

Why is English important in international digital communication? Seleccione una: a. It is used only by native English speakers online. b. It often works as a common language for users from different countries. c. It prevents intercultural communication. d. It has replaced all other languages on the internet.