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TKT Module 1 Revision: Lexis

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Lexis

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In this clause, can you describe the meaning of the verb?
The light burned by eyes.
Give one more example.

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In this clause, can you describe the meaning of the adjectives?
She's not pig headed, just very determined.
Give one more example.

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Define the term 'conversion' in relation to word formation and give two examples.
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Identify and explain the function of the morphemes in unforgettably.
Give one more example of each type.
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Explain the difference between a derivational and an inflexional suffix with examples.
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Explain the following in terms of word formation:
doorbell
space-saving
loudspeaker

Give one more example of each type.
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Explain why we can say thick fog but not heavy fog.
Give another example of the issue.
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Explain the part in black in this sentence and give two more examples of the same thing:
It's a make or break time for the business.
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Explain the part in black in this sentence and give two more examples of the same thing:
He is so tired because he's studying for his final examination and burning the candle at both ends.
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Explain, with two examples, what you understand by a lexical chunk.
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Explain the relationship between the words in black:
The water was completely transparent.
The water was completely clear.

Give two more examples.
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Explain the relationship between the words in black:
The man was huge
The man was tiny
Her grandfather came to the party
His granddaughter came to the party
The plan was flawed
The plan was perfect

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Explain the relationship between the words in black:
He has four means of transport: a car, a bike, a moped and a small van.
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Give one examples of each of these:
homonym
homograph
homophone

and explain the characteristics of each.
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Give one examples of each of these:
word family
lexical set
lexical field
and explain the characteristics of each.
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Give an example of a cognate word in two languages and explain the meaning of 'cognate'.
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Give an example of a false friend in two languages and explain the meaning of 'false friend'.
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Explain the difference between passive and active vocabulary.
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phonology functions receptive skills
productive skills motivation exposure to language and focus on form
the role of error differences between L1 and L2 learning learner characteristics
learner needs presentation techniques and introductory activities types of activities and tasks
assessment types and tasks