Print and Alphabet Flashcards
1
Q
Directionality
A
the direction in which a language is read
The directionality of written English is from left to right.
2
Q
Print Concepts
A
The general rules governing text
3
Q
Syllabic Writing System
A
a writing system in which each character represents a syllable
Some languages, such as Japanese, use a syllabic writing system.
4
Q
Logographic Writing System
A
a writing system in which characters represent words or phrases
Some languages, such as Chinese, use a logographic writing system
5
Q
Language Interference
A
differences between a learner’s native language and the language being learned, which can cause confusion in the acquisition of the new language
