Answer the question, ensure the question chosen is written in full on your answer paper do not exceed 3,000 words, excluded references and the Title. Essay Title: Bilingual studies have contributed to a re-evaluation of conclusions drawn from variationist studies which see language as a reflection of social categories, prestige etc. It would seem that command and exploitation of multiple codes enhance socio-cultural identities and enriches communicative strategies. Discuss this in relation to a bilingual study or studies of your choice. in the body of the text, references are noted by the Author’s surname, followed by the date of publication in brackets and page, e.g Smith (1976: 76). et al convention can be used when the number of authors is greater than two; this the Latin for others. also word used include Ibid and op cit, which save you continually repeating the name, I prefer to use Ibid