Question

Noam Chomsky introduced the concept of competence and performance in which linguistic framework?

• A. Structural linguistics
• B. Functional grammar
• C. Generative grammar
• D. Descriptive linguistics

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Generative grammar

Noam Chomsky introduced the concepts of linguistic competence and performance in the framework of generative grammar. This framework focuses on the underlying structures of language. 

• Competence: A speaker's knowledge of a language

• Performance: The actual use of language in a situation

Chomsky's theories have influenced the field of linguistics. He is known as the father of modern linguistics.