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What is a dialect?
What is a dialect?
- A written form of language only
- A standard form of language used globally
- A form of language that has no variations
- A local form of language that differs from the main language (correct)
What are language families?
What are language families?
- Languages with no historical connections
- Languages spoken in urban areas
- Large groups of related languages having similar roots & developed from one earlier language (correct)
- Languages derived from different sources
What is the significance of religion in global cultures?
What is the significance of religion in global cultures?
- It has no influence on cultural practices
- It is limited to specific geographic regions
- It influences aspects of daily life, moral values, tradition, and holidays (correct)
- It only affects art and architecture
What are social groups in a culture developed for?
What are social groups in a culture developed for?
What are ethnic groups based on?
What are ethnic groups based on?
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Language and Culture
- A dialect is a regional or social variation of a language that is mutually intelligible with other varieties of the same language.
- Language families are groups of languages that descend from a common ancestral language, often sharing similar grammar and vocabulary structures.
Cultural Significance of Religion
- Religion plays a crucial role in shaping global cultures, influencing beliefs, values, and practices of individuals and societies.
- Religion often serves as a source of identity, community, and moral guidance for its adherents.
Social Groups in a Culture
- Social groups are formed within a culture to fulfill various needs, including social, economic, political, and recreational purposes.
- Social groups can be based on shared interests, occupations, geographic locations, or other commonalities.
Ethnic Groups
- Ethnic groups are social groups that share a common ancestry, language, culture, and identity.
- Ethnic groups are often based on a shared history, geographic origin, or national identity.
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