Quiz for:
Semiotics and Language in Literary Theory

Question 1

Saussure's Course in General Linguistics was compiled by:

Question 2

Which example illustrates the arbitrary nature of signs?

Question 3

In Saussure's semiotics, "language" (langue) refers to:

Question 4

In the context of semiotics, what is the 'tagmeme'?

Question 5

Which figure is foundational in semiotic theory as discussed in the lecture?

Question 6

What does 'synchrony' refer to in Saussure's theory?

Question 7

Which future topic will remain key coordinates in understanding literary theory?

Question 8

The "sign" in semiotics is comprised of which two parts?

Question 9

What is the main focus of the lecture on semiotics?

Question 10

What does 'diachrony' refer to in Saussure's theory?

Question 11

What is required for changes in linguistic conventions to be accepted?

Question 12

Which of the following fields has semiotics influenced?

Question 13

According to Saussure, what characteristic strongly defines signs?

Question 14

What makes language and signs function effectively according to the lecture conclusion?