Peopleยดs backgrounds and surroundings are the main inspiration for the creation of words. , since it varies, so many different languages were developedย
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True or false? A language becomes global because of its structural properties, vocabulary size, vehicle of great literature and association with great cultures and religion.
False. These do not even guarantee language survival
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What are the advantages of a common language?
More communication and integration; trade and control are facilitated
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What are the main reasons for language death?
Imperialism; increased communication makes people look for a lingua franca
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What are the disadvantages of a common language?
Cultural loss and loss of personal identity
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What is a Language takovers?
It is a question of power. Languages of the most powerful groups tend to take over.
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The world has about 7000 languages, How many native English speakers are there? How many non-native English speakers?
375 million native speakers. 1,5 billion non-native speakers.
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Which language might take over if English ceases to be a "global language"?
Chinese, due to China's ascension in the past years
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Name 5 of the most widely spoken languages in the world.
A language that is used as a bridge for communication for two people or groups who do not share a common native language
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How can we assess Englishยดs status as a global language?
1) number of first language speakers 2) wide geographical area 3) stable political and economic affairs
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How old is English?
It dates back to the 5th century when the Anglo-Saxons started imposing their culture in Britain. Scandinavian and Norman (French) invaders from the 8th and 9t
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Why is English so popular?
Media, economic imperialism, the reach of the British Empire has led to many nations adopting English as either a first or as a second language