BLOQUE I Flashcards
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What is orthography?
Orthography is the study of how to write words properly and use punctuation marks appropriately.
What are “biscriptals”?
“Biscriptals” are second language users who develop unique ways of reading, writing, and thinking about both their L1 and L2 writing systems.
What does orthographic competence involve in English?
Orthographic competence involves knowing letter forms, proper word spellings, punctuation conventions, font varieties, and common logographic signs.
How does spelling affect vocabulary learning according to Rosenthal and Ehri’s study?
Students who see spellings during vocabulary lessons remember words better than those who do not, with good readers benefiting the most.
What are the two main functions of punctuation marks?
Punctuation marks either separate (e.g., period, comma) or enclose (e.g., dashes, parentheses).
What is an abbreviation?
An abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase, like “Adjective > Adj.”
What is the main function of a semicolon?
The semicolon separates two or more independent clauses within a sentence.
What does a question mark signal at the end of a sentence?
A question mark signals that the sentence is a question and replaces the period.
What is the main use of an exclamation mark?
An exclamation mark signals that the sentence is a forceful utterance and marks the end of a sentence.
What does an apostrophe signal in nouns?
An apostrophe signals the genitive (possessive) case of nouns, like in “Peter’s house” or “the boys’ pet.”
What is the function of a hyphen?
A hyphen links words to form compound words, such as “tax-free” or “well-known.”
What are quotation marks primarily used for?
Quotation marks are primarily used to indicate the exact words of a speaker or writer, such as in direct speech.
