[单项选择]The study of how sounds are put together and used to convey meaning in communication is（　）.
A. morphology
B. general linguistics
C. phonology
D. semantics

[单项选择]The study of how sounds are put together and used to convey meaning in communication is______.


A. morphology
B. general linguistics
C. phonology
D. semantics

[单项选择]Text 3 A recent study demonstrated how powerful a few words can be: Forty competitive tennis players were shown digital images of balls coming their way. Just before each ball appeared, the players saw or heard comments like "Good shot" or "Bad shot. " The reaction times of players hearing negative remarks were measurably slower. And these were athletes who trained frequently to play a consistent game and not make unforced errors. What is the explanation Negative feedback weakens anyone’s belief in his or her ability to succeed. But if you can hold on to a winning attitude, you’ll make a greater effort and also create positive drive. Confident people inspire others; opportunities seem to come their way more often. They become magnets for success. Learn the importance of giving yourself pep talks, and keep the voice in your head positive. The best athletes’ success is rarely due to raw talent alone. It’s because they’re simply better prepared. They stay focused, they’re willing to
A. excellent performance often goes with well-trained players
B. excellent performance often goes with positive comments
C. high-tech methods help players avoid unforced errors
D. high-tech methods increase players’ competitiveness

[单项选择]According to the study, how many people really intend to lose weight


A. About 30%.
B. About 20%.
C. About 61%.
D. About 50%.

[单项选择]The study of how we do things with words is the study of ______.


A. entailment
B. presupposition
C. speech acts
D. metaphor

[单项选择]______ is the study of how sentences are structured.


A. Semantics
B. Syntax
C. Phonetics
D. Pragmatics

[单项选择]______can be defined as the study of how speakers use the sentences of the language to affect successful communication.


A. Semantics
B. Pragmatics
C. Applied linguistics
D. Sociolinguistics

[单项选择]________ is the study of how sentences are structured.


A. Semantics
B. Syntax
C. Phonetics
D. Pragmatics

[单项选择]How was the weight used


A. To check the accuracy of scales.
B. To calculate the density of other metals.
C. To observe changes in the atmosphere.
D. To measure amounts of rainfall.

[单项选择]I used to study English for entertainment because I didn't have a special hobby to kill time（）
A. 以前，我在业余时间里并没有什么特别的爱好， 只是学学英语而已。
B. 以前，为了打发时间，我没找到合适的爱好，只是学了英语。
C. 我以前学英语只是为了消遣，因为我没有特别爱好来打发时间。
D. 我以前学英语只是为了开心，因为我没有死读书的习惯。

[单项选择]How were the pipes used in Hawaii


A. To transport water to higher elevations.
B. To provide air-conditioning.
C. To bring nutrients to the soil.
D. To adjust the soil temperatur