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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5 Where Words Come From.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what does a child's vocabulary rely?
(a) Geographic area
(b) IQ
(c) Nationality
(d) Exposure to the speech of the primary caregiver

2. When does modern English begin to emerge?
(a) The 19th century
(b) The 15th century
(c) The 20th century
(d) The 12th century

3. Language issues tend to be __________________.
(a) irreconcilable
(b) constant
(c) political
(d) universal

4. What language is most commonly chosen by international businesses?
(a) Japanese
(b) English
(c) Italian
(d) French

5. There is debate about the simplicity of English spelling and _________________________.
(a) vowel sounds
(b) pronunciation
(c) tense
(d) meaning

Short Answer Questions

1. What allows a speaker to express class status?

2. According to the author, some words are formed out of __________________.

3. Who is Noam Chomsky?

4. Who invades England in 1066?

5. The differences between languages bring up questions about what?

(see the answer key)

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