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The Mother Tongue Quiz

Bill Bryson
This Study Guide consists of approximately 29 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Mother Tongue.
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The Mother Tongue Quiz

Bill Bryson
This Study Guide consists of approximately 29 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Mother Tongue.

Take our free The Mother Tongue quiz below, with 25 multiple choice questions that help you test your knowledge. Determine which chapters, themes and styles you already know and what you need to study for your upcoming essay, midterm, or final exam. Take the free quiz now!

Directions: Click on the correct answer.

Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

When comparing American and British vocabulary, some terms hold their meanings while others _______________________. (from Chapter 7 Varieties of English)

2.

Many English speakers promote the particular variety of English that they speak while ____________________ the dialects of speakers from other regions. (from Chapter 6 Pronunciation)

3.

Who were two champions for the simplification of English spelling? (from Chapter 8 Spelling)

4.

The tendency to change names and pronunciations occurs _____________________. (from Chapter 13 Names)

5.

Who invented the crossword puzzle? (from Chapter 15 Wordplay)

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