Discuss what is meant by the terms ‘diglossia’, ‘code-switching’ and ‘translanguaging’. Explain the differences and give examples of situations in which each may occur.

1. Give an overview of at least two major research foci and findings relating to the sociolinguistic study of language and gender.
2. What is the difference between a language and a dialect, and why does it matter? Illustrate your essay using examples of sociolinguistic contexts.
3. What are ‘pidgins’ and ‘creoles’ and how do they arise? Discuss, using examples from any language(s) familiar to you.
4. Discuss what is meant by the terms ‘diglossia’, ‘code-switching’ and ‘translanguaging’. Explain the differences and give examples of situations in which each may occur.