ENG1502 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 1 2026 - DUE 16 April 2026; 100% Correct solutions and explanations.

ENG1502 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 1 2026 - DUE 16 April 2026; 100% Correct solutions and explanations. Assessment 01 Opens: 02 March 2026 Due date: 16 April 2026 Compulsory: Yes Instructions: Before attempting this assignment, please ensure that you have carefully studied your prescribed textbook, Introducing English Language by Mullany et al., as well as Units 1 and 2 of the Tutorial letter 501. QUESTION 1 Read the following statements. Indicate whether each statement is TRUE or FALSE and provide a reason for your answer. 1.1 Language as a system of rules means that there is a set of rules that applies to all languages; however, the rules exclude orthography. (2 marks) 1.2 The study of physiological qualities of speech sounds is known as phonology. (2 marks) 1.3 To understand that the word blackboard is a combination of two words, one needs to draw on their knowledge of syntax. (2 marks) 1.4 Pragmatics can best be described as the actual meaning of words used in oral or written language. (2 marks) 1.5 Multilingualism and multiculturalism in South Africa has led to more than one English variety. (2 marks) (Total: 10 marks) Question 2 Before answering this question, read all the definitions of language in Unit 1 (Tutorial Letter 501), Activity 1.2. Pay particular attention to Steven Pinker’s (1994) definition, which suggests that humans have an innate drive to acquire language. Then answer the questions that