2.1.1 Regional Dialects and Accents

• What three features define a regional dialect?

  Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation
• What two characteristics define an accent?

  Phonetic sounds, intonation
• Regional dialects and accents are the same concept.

  False
• What specific aspect of language does an accent primarily focus on?

  Pronunciation
• What three elements do regional dialects involve variations in?

  Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation
• What is the main difference between regional dialects and accents in terms of variations?

  Pronunciation only
• Accents include variations in vocabulary and grammar.

  False
• What specific aspect of language is emphasized in the definition of an accent?

  Pronunciation
• What characterizes an accent in language pronunciation?

  Phonetic sounds and intonation
• An accent is specifically related to pronunciation
• Accents include variations in vocabulary and grammar.

  False
• What are the variations involved in regional dialects?

  Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation
• Accents are characterized by different phonetic sounds and intonation
• Match the French region with its accent characteristic:

  Southern France ↔️ Guttural "r" sound

  Northern France ↔️ Rolled "r" sound
• How does the pronunciation of "r" differ across French accents?

  Guttural or rolled sound
• Regional dialects focus solely on pronunciation variations.

  False
• A regional dialect is characterized by differences in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation
• What distinguishes an accent from a regional dialect?

  Pronunciation variations only
• Regional dialects and accents have no impact on cultural identity.

  False
• Arrange the following cultural contributions of regional dialects and accents:

  1️⃣ Sense of belonging

  2️⃣ Cultural diversity

  3️⃣ Heritage preservation

  4️⃣ Social perception
• Match the French region with its unique dialect word or phrase:

  Southern France ↔️ "Cagole"

  Northern France ↔️ "Ch'tis"
• What are the two main features that vary in regional dialects in French-speaking regions?

  Vocabulary and phrases
• In Southern France, the word "cagole" means a stylish young woman
• What does "Ch'tis" refer to in Northern France?

  People from Nord-Pas-de-Calais
• The phrase "Mein Häusel" in Alsace is influenced by German.
• Which geographical factor can lead to language divergence?

  Natural barriers
• Languages spoken in bordering regions can modify each other through language contact
• What are the three main differences that characterize regional dialects?

  Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation
• Accents only focus on pronunciation, unlike regional dialects.
• Match the dialect feature with its characteristic:

  Southern French ↔️ Rolled $"r"$, distinct nasal sounds

  Northern French ↔️ Clear articulation of consonants

  Alsace ↔️ German-derived constructions
• In Southern France, the $"r"$ is pronounced with a rolled sound
• How do regional dialects and accents contribute to cultural identity?

  Foster a sense of belonging
• Factors contributing to the development of regional dialects

  1️⃣ Geography

  2️⃣ History

  3️⃣ Language Contact

  4️⃣ Cultural Identity
• What historical event influenced the Alsatian dialect with Germanic features?

  Proximity to Germany
• Educational programs are one strategy for preserving regional dialects.
• What sociolinguistic connections are revealed by regional dialects and accents?

  Social status, stereotypes
• In France, speaking Parisian French is often considered prestigious