What is the commonly used lingua franca in Papua New Guinea?
Tok Pisin.
What can happen to languages during the process of language contact?
Some languages may be lost or undergo drastic changes resulting in new codes.
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Lingua Francas

What is the commonly used lingua franca in Papua New Guinea?

Tok Pisin.

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Language Contact

What can happen to languages during the process of language contact?

Some languages may be lost or undergo drastic changes resulting in new codes.

p.9
Language Loss and Preservation

How was the Lithuanian language kept alive during its ban?

By smuggling books across a bridge in the town of Panemunė.

p.18
Colonialism and Language Spread

What influences does South Africa have due to colonialism?

Influences from Dutch and English colonists.

p.13
Colonialism and Language Spread

What was the strategy of slavers regarding language groups?

Slavers would intentionally group speakers from different language groups.

p.9
Language Loss and Preservation

What is Lithuanian related to historically?

Sanskrit.

p.1
Language Contact

What happens to new languages during language contact?

They are 'created' or discovered every year through creativity and variation.

p.19
Colonialism and Language Spread

What role did English play during apartheid in South Africa?

It became a means of reaching the international stage and challenging the oppression of white Afrikaans speakers.

p.17
Colonialism and Language Spread

What did Captain Cook describe in his journal on 23 July 1770?

An animal something less than a greyhound, of mouse color, slender made, and swift of foot.

p.37
Standard Language

What does 'standard language' refer to?

It refers to a language variety that is considered the norm or high variety in a given context.

p.25
Pidgins and Creoles

What is Fanagalo?

A Zulu-based language used in diamond mines and farms in South Africa.

p.20
Colonialism and Language Spread

When did the spread of English in India begin?

After the establishment of The East India Company in the 17th century.

p.18
Colonialism and Language Spread

What challenge did Afrikaans face in South Africa?

Afrikaans was challenged as indigenous and Dutch settlers began learning English as a second language.

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The Gravity Model

What is the Gravity Model in sociolinguistics?

A model proposing that larger populations with greater 'gravity' are the main influencers of language diffusion.

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Language Contact

What often occurs between varieties of languages during contact?

One variety may displace another.

p.26
Pidgins and Creoles

When did the BBC launch its pidgin service?

In 2017.

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Global English

What does the map from Crystal (2003) illustrate?

The spread of American and British English.

p.1
Language Contact

What is language contact?

A highly creative and destructive process involving interaction between languages.

p.17
Colonialism and Language Spread

What name did Captain Cook record for the animal he saw?

Kangooroo or Kanguru.

p.37
Standard Language

What are the two varieties mentioned in relation to standard language?

High variety (H) and Low variety (L).

p.12
Colonialism and Language Spread

Which regions in North America are connected to Virginia?

Glocestershire and Somerset.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What is a key characteristic of a creole according to some theories?

A creole must be a first language.

p.15
Colonialism and Language Spread

What significant action did the British take soon after Cook's arrival?

They began deporting prisoners to the region.

p.17
Colonialism and Language Spread

What is the significance of Aboriginal loanwords in English?

They reflect the influence of colonialism on language.

p.33
Language Contact

What does the case study on 'yet' in Tok Pisin reveal about its usage?

It shows that the variation in its usage has been changing over time.

p.15
Colonialism and Language Spread

From where were many prisoners sent to Australia?

From London and Ireland.

p.31
Pidgins and Creoles

What is Tok Pisin?

An English lexifier creole spoken in Papua New Guinea.

p.13
Colonialism and Language Spread

What facilitated the spread of English amongst Africans in the Caribbean?

The slave trade, also known as the 'triangle trade'.

p.25
Pidgins and Creoles

What is Russenorsk?

A Norwegian/Russian hybrid used by sailors during fishing season.

p.2
Language Contact

What is language contact?

The interaction between languages where words, sounds, and structures are exchanged.

p.18
Colonialism and Language Spread

When did the English establish a settlement in South Africa?

From the early 19th century.

p.25
Pidgins and Creoles

What does 'français tiraillou' refer to?

A form of torn French used by the military in French colonies of Africa.

p.24
Pidgins and Creoles

What is a key characteristic of a pidgin?

A pidgin is nobody’s first language.

p.7
Global English

Is English considered easy to learn?

The perception of English's ease varies among learners.

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Global English

What is the largest concentration of English speakers in the world?

India and South Asia.

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Global English

What type of English variety emerged in South Africa?

A black African variety of English.

p.2
Language Contact

What evidence shows mass migration's impact on language?

Language patterns that can be traced through shared features.

p.18
Colonialism and Language Spread

What language was made official by the English in South Africa?

English.

p.24
Pidgins and Creoles

How does a creole differ from a pidgin?

A creole is learned as a first language and used in all contexts and functions of a fully-fledged language.

p.7
Global English

What year is the excerpt from the British magazine dated?

1848.

p.15
Colonialism and Language Spread

When did James Cook arrive in Australia?

In 1770.

p.6
Global English

What defines a global language?

It must take on a special status within a community.

p.9
Colonialism and Language Spread

What happened to the Lithuanian language during Russian control?

It was a banned language.

p.36
Vernacular Language

What does the term 'vernacular language' refer to?

A non-standardised variety used in everyday use but not usually in any official capacity.

p.2
Language Contact

What happens when one language meets another?

Words, sounds, and structures are passed on, while some are not.

p.17
Colonialism and Language Spread

What types of words were borrowed from Aboriginal languages?

Names of plants, animals, and tools.

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Lingua Francas

How many languages are spoken in Papua New Guinea and surrounding islands?

More than 800 languages.

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Diglossia

What is diglossia?

The use of different varieties of a language in different contexts.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What is Bislama?

An official language of Vanuatu, along with English and French.

p.7
Global English

Who is the author of the referenced work from 2003?

David Crystal.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

How was the use of English cemented in India?

Through educational institutions after the founding of universities in Bombay and Calcutta.

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Standard Language

What is a potential issue with the definition of standard language?

It may overlook the complexities and variations within language use.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What historical context influenced the emergence of a black African variety of English in South Africa?

The context of apartheid.

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Vernacular Language

Can a language be considered vernacular in one place and not in another?

Yes, one language may be a vernacular in one place and not in another.

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Global English

According to Crystal (2003), how can a language achieve special status?

Through government recognition or prioritization in education.

p.12
Colonialism and Language Spread

What areas in New England are linked to British origins?

Essex, Kent, and Lincolnshire.

p.11
Colonialism and Language Spread

What were the two main groups that landed in North America from the British Isles?

The southern group (Virginia) and the northern group (New England).

p.40
Diglossia

How can the choice of words vary in English?

Certain words may be used in formal contexts that sound unusual in everyday spoken English.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

How has colonialism influenced the spread of English?

Colonialism has played a huge part in the spread of English.

p.26
Pidgins and Creoles

What is the basis of the BBC pidgin service?

West African pidgin.

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Language Contact

How did the original meaning of 'yet' in Tok Pisin compare to the standard?

The original meaning was similar to the standard but has been gradually shifting.

p.21
Colonialism and Language Spread

What is the meaning of the Hindi loanword 'Dinghy'?

A small boat.

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Pidgins and Creoles

How is the word 'yet' used in Tok Pisin?

In a variety of unique ways, including as a focus marker.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What does 'apples and pears' mean in Cockney rhyming slang?

'Stairs'.

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The Gravity Model

How does population size affect influence in the Gravity Model?

Larger populations have more influence.

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Language Contact

Which substrate language has a similar focus marker for pronouns?

Tolai.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What does 'boat race' refer to in Cockney rhyming slang?

'Face'.

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Lingua Francas

How has English spread around the world?

It has been adapted and changed in innumerable ways.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What is the meaning of 'I no fit shout'?

I can't be bothered.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What does the term 'Thug' originally refer to?

A thief or bandit.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What does 'He’s telling porkies' imply?

He is lying.

p.26
Pidgins and Creoles

What does 'How body?' mean?

How are you?

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Pidgins and Creoles

What association have speakers made with the word 'yet' in Tok Pisin?

They may associate it with the Tolai word 'iat'.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What does vernacularisation refer to?

A variety changes and becomes used in a broader number of societal contexts.

p.41
The Gravity Model

Who first adapted the Gravity Model for sociolinguistics?

Trudgill in 1974.

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Vernacular Language

What does 'yet' signify in the phrase 'bel bilong mi i - hot yet i - stap'?

It indicates that the speaker is still angry.

p.16
Colonialism and Language Spread

What is Cockney rhyming slang?

A form of English slang originating from London, using rhymes to replace words.

p.40
Diglossia

Give an example of a formal phrase in English.

I have dispatched the correspondence.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

Which regions did the US branch of English primarily spread to?

Canada, USA, the Caribbean, and down to South America.

p.26
Pidgins and Creoles

What does 'I wan chop' mean in English?

I want to eat.

p.27
Pidgins and Creoles

What is Haitian Creole?

A French-based official language of Haiti.

p.21
Colonialism and Language Spread

What does 'Jungle' originally mean in Hindi?

A sparse expanse of wild land.

p.23
Pidgins and Creoles

What is a Pidgin?

A basic, adapted form of a language used in specific contexts.

p.33
Language Contact

What year did Meyerhoff discuss the shifting meaning of 'yet'?

2011.

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Language Contact

What does the Tolai phrase 'Lau iat pa ‘au manga nukure mala ra tianta ra' translate to?

'I myself don’t know very well the story.'

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What does the phrase 'Use your loaf' mean?

Use your head or think.

p.39
Diglossia

How do casual and formal Japanese expressions differ for 'I received a souvenir'?

Casual: お土産をもらった (Omiyage o moratta); Formal: お土産をいただきました (Omiyage o itadakimashita).

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The Gravity Model

What factors contribute to the 'leap-frog' influence in the Gravity Model?

Greater connectivity via roads and railways, and social/economic factors.

p.16
Colonialism and Language Spread

What does 'They’ve got no bottle' mean?

They lack courage.

p.14
Pidgins and Creoles

What was a significant factor that led to the development of pidgin and creole varieties in the Caribbean?

Lack of common communication.

p.34
Language Contact

What shift in meaning is discussed regarding 'yet' in Tok Pisin?

The use of 'yet' as a focus marker primarily with pronouns.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What is a key feature that connects North American regions to their British origins?

Cultural and linguistic heritage.

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Lingua Francas

What are lingua francas commonly used for?

In areas with rich linguistic diversity.

p.29
Pidgins and Creoles

What is creolisation?

When a pidgin expands and becomes the first language.

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Colonialism and Language Spread

What impact did contact with aboriginal languages have?

It influenced the English that developed in Australia and New Zealand.

p.11
Colonialism and Language Spread

What is the significance of the year 2003 in relation to the study of colonialism in North America?

It is referenced by Crystal in discussing the impact of different groups on language varieties.

p.38
Diglossia

What types of varieties can be involved in diglossia?

Variations of the same language or different languages entirely.

p.41
The Gravity Model

What theory does the Gravity Model contrast with?

The wave theory of diffusion through contact.

p.26
Pidgins and Creoles

How do you say 'I do not know' in BBC pidgin?

I no know.

p.29
Pidgins and Creoles

What are some competing theories regarding creoles?

There are alternative theories about what counts as a creole.

p.39
Diglossia

What is 'keigo' in Japanese?

Honorific speech used in certain formal contexts.

p.38
Diglossia

What are the three features of diglossia defined by Ferguson?

Two varieties (high and low functions), distinct but complementary functions, and the H variety not used for everyday conversation.

p.31
Pidgins and Creoles

Provide an example sentence using 'yet' in Tok Pisin.

Orait yu yet kilim pikinini bilong mi.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What does the line 'So when the butcher pull up a stool' suggest about the context?

It indicates a casual, conversational setting typical in Jamaican culture.

p.38
Diglossia

What is the function of the 'L' variety in diglossia?

Used for everyday conversation.

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Global English

What is the main theme of the excerpt from the British magazine?

The ease of learning English.

p.36
Vernacular Language

How is Spanish viewed in the USA compared to Spain or South America?

In the USA, it is considered vernacular, while in Spain or South America, it is considered official.

p.11
Colonialism and Language Spread

How did the origins of the settlers impact language in North America?

They came from different parts of England, leading to lasting impacts on language varieties.

p.38
Diglossia

What is the definition of diglossia?

The use of two distinct varieties of a language for specific purposes.

p.34
Language Contact

What regular pattern is observed in the use of 'yet'?

It is used as a focus marker only with pronouns.

p.35
Pidgins and Creoles

What impact has the substrate variety had on Tok Pisin?

It has had a gradual impact on the grammar and semantics of the creole.

p.33
Language Contact

Who conducted the longitudinal analysis of 'yet' in Tok Pisin?

Sankoff (1993).

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Lingua Francas

What is a lingua franca?

A language used between groups of speakers who do not share the same native language.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What does the focus marker 'yet' indicate in the example provided?

It emphasizes the subject, indicating 'you yourself' killed the child.

p.14
Pidgins and Creoles

What are pidgin and creole varieties?

Languages that developed as a means of communication among speakers of different native languages.

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Vernacular Language

What does 'Mitupela i - kam longwe yet' mean?

The two of us came from very far away.

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Lingua Francas

Which languages surround the tribes along the Vaupes river?

Spanish and Portuguese.

p.34
Language Contact

What might have caused the shift in meaning of 'yet' in Tok Pisin?

Influence from the substrate language Tolai.

p.38
Diglossia

What does the 'H' variety in diglossia refer to?

The high variety that is not used for everyday conversation.

p.8
Global English

What does the text imply about English variations?

English has quite a few weird variations of its own.

p.21
Colonialism and Language Spread

What does the Hindi loanword 'Verandha' refer to?

A canopy or terraced area.

p.6
Global English

What is one way a language can become a global language through government?

By becoming an official language of a nation.

p.30
Pidgins and Creoles

What role do substrates play in pidgin and creole languages?

They are the surrounding languages that impact the syntax and semantics.

p.27
Pidgins and Creoles

What is Jamaican patois?

An English-based variety spoken throughout Jamaica.

p.41
The Gravity Model

How does the Gravity Model explain the spread of language innovations?

Large urban centers are the first to innovate, followed by the next largest populations.

p.23
Pidgins and Creoles

What are Pidgins and Creoles?

Two common outcomes arising from language contact.

p.14
Colonialism and Language Spread

What historical context contributed to the need for a common language in the Caribbean?

The slave trade and colonialism.

p.28
Pidgins and Creoles

What is Jamaican Patois primarily classified as?

A Creole language.

p.39
Diglossia

What is diglossia?

The distinction between classic and colloquial varieties of a language, as seen in Arabic-speaking countries.

p.38
Diglossia

Who defined the concept of diglossia?

Charles Ferguson.

p.21
Colonialism and Language Spread

What are 'Pyjama' in its original context?

Loose fitting trousers.

p.8
Global English

What linguistic features do Latin and French have?

Complex gender and case markings.

p.3
Lingua Francas

What are international lingua francas?

Languages that are widely used for communication across different native language speakers.

p.8
Global English

What does Crystal (2003) suggest influences the spread of a language?

The power and influence of those who speak it.

p.39
Diglossia

What is the formal way to say 'I received a souvenir' in Japanese?

お土産をいただきました (Omiyage o itadakimashita).

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Diglossia

What is the difference between 'もらった' and 'もらいました' in Japanese?

'もらった' (moratta) is casual, while 'もらいました' (moraimashita) is formal.

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Pidgins and Creoles

What type of language is Tok Pisin originally classified as?

A pidgin language.

p.7
Global English

What question does the text prompt readers to consider?

Do you agree with the statement about English's ease?

p.32
Vernacular Language

What is the literal translation of 'bel bilong mi i - hot yet i - stap'?

My belly is still hot.

p.30
Pidgins and Creoles

Can you give an example of a lexifier in Jamaican patois?

The use of 'fi' in place of more than one preposition in English.

p.29
Pidgins and Creoles

What is the relationship between pidgins and creoles?

Creolisation occurs when a pidgin expands and becomes a first language.

p.10
Colonialism and Language Spread

Where has the UK branch of English mostly spread?

Parts of Africa, across Asia, and down to the antipodes.

p.8
Global English

What were two global languages at one time according to Crystal (2003)?

Latin and French.

p.28
Pidgins and Creoles

What is an example of a feature found in the lyrics of the song 'Dat'?

Metathesis – flipped sound order.

p.31
Pidgins and Creoles

Who conducted research on the use of 'yet' in Tok Pisin?

Sankoff (1993).

p.28
Pidgins and Creoles

What does the phrase 'Decide fi check 'pon ' im grocery bill' illustrate?

The use of informal grammar and vocabulary typical in Jamaican Patois.

p.23
Pidgins and Creoles

What type of contact leads to the formation of Pidgins and Creoles?

Contact between two different languages.

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Lingua Francas

Can you name a common example of a lingua franca?

English.

p.28
Pidgins and Creoles

What does the phrase 'Fi protect the humble we change the name' imply?

It reflects cultural practices and social commentary within the language.

p.30
Pidgins and Creoles

What is a lexifier in the context of pidgins and creoles?

The primary language on which the pidgin or creole is based, usually providing the bulk of the vocabulary.

p.27
Pidgins and Creoles

What is the critical period in language acquisition?

The period between birth and roughly early teens when language input is crucial.

p.20
Global English

In what areas is English still used in India?

In various institutions of government and education.

p.35
Pidgins and Creoles

What are the phonetic similarities between the Tolai and English words for 'yet'?

Tolai - /jat/, English - /jɛt/.

p.14
Pidgins and Creoles

What types of languages emerged as a means of communication on farms and plantations in the Caribbean?

Languages based on English.

p.42
The Gravity Model

What are the main factors influencing the Gravity Model?

1. Size of population, 2. Distance between settlements, 3. Influence from large to small, 4. Proportional to existing similarity.

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Global English

What role does education play in establishing a global language?

The language becomes a priority for foreign language teaching.

p.4
Lingua Francas

Where is Tukano commonly used as a lingua franca?

Along the Vaupes river in the Amazon.

p.40
Diglossia

What is a more informal equivalent to 'I have dispatched the correspondence'?

I have posted the letter.

p.32
Vernacular Language

How is 'yet' used as an intensifier in Tok Pisin?

In the phrase 'Mitupela i - kam longwe yet', it emphasizes the distance from which the speakers came.

p.4
Lingua Francas

What is a characteristic of the tribes along the Vaupes river?

They have different, mutually unintelligible languages.

p.42
The Gravity Model

What effect does distance have on influence according to the Gravity Model?

Larger distances result in less influence.

p.23
Pidgins and Creoles

What is a Creole?

A more complex form of language used in various contexts as the primary means of communication.

p.42
The Gravity Model

What is meant by 'leap-frog' influence in urban centers?

Influence may first move between large urban centers before reaching smaller settlements.

p.26
Pidgins and Creoles

Translate 'Wetin dey 'appen?' to English.

What is happening?

p.21
Colonialism and Language Spread

What is the original meaning of 'Cushy'?

Comfortable.

p.3
Lingua Francas

What is the significance of lingua francas in communication?

They facilitate communication between speakers of different native languages.

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