Early Modern English Period Overview

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<p>Vowel shift (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Reduction of inflectional forms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Word order became fixed to subject-verb-object (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Change in the pronunciation of long vowels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was both singular and plural (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metaphorical complexity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He started the first printing press in England in 1476. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The rise of printed books due to the printing press. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He authorized the translation of the Bible known as the King James Version. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>It allowed for the more widespread reading of the Bible. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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In Middle English, "thou" was used for one person, "ye" for multiple; "thou" and "ye" were subjects, "you" was an object.

"You" became the standard pronoun for all uses, regardless of the number of people or social status.

"You" was used for both singular and plural, and to show a distinction in social status.

"Thou" and "thee" were reserved for those in higher social standing addressing those beneath them, or even addressing God, witches, ghosts, etc.

Vowel sounds changed between 1450-1640 (making English pronunciation different from how it is written).

The stage of the English language from about 1500 to 1800.

The English language used by William Shakespeare in his plays and poems.

A significant cultural and intellectual movement that heavily influenced language during the Early Modern English period.

The grammar of the English language as it exists in the current period, evolving from the Early Modern English period.

The standard word order in English sentences—subject (who or what performs the action), verb (the action), object (who or what receives the action).

A linguistic system where grammatical information is encoded in suffixes, prefixes, and other derivations.

A translation of the Bible into English created during the Early Modern English period, which had a tremendous stylistic impact.

The period before the Great Vowel Shift (around 1450) when English pronunciation differed significantly from modern English. Words were pronounced closer to their spelling.

During the Great Vowel Shift, the pronunciation of many long vowels changed. For example, 'goose' was pronounced as 'goas' (oa as in boat), and 'boot' was pronounced as 'boat'.

One possible cause of the Great Vowel Shift was large-scale migration of people from different regions, combining their accents and creating new pronunciation norms.

A significant influx of French words (loanwords) into the English language during the Renaissance contributed to the Great Vowel Shift, leading to changes in pronunciation.

The accent of London, the capital city, became increasingly influential during the Great Vowel Shift, impacting the pronunciation of English spoken by many people.

A period of major cultural and intellectual revival in Europe, marked by a renewed interest in classical Greek and Latin culture, which influenced English language and literature.

The Renaissance saw a resurgence of interest in classical Greek and Latin, leading to the incorporation of loan words from these languages into English.

The stage of the English language between 1500 and 1800. This period saw major changes in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

The Renaissance, with its renewed interest in Greek and Roman classics, led to a surge in the use of new words and phrases borrowed from those languages.

King James I authorized the translation of the Bible into English, resulting in the King James Version, which had a significant impact on the language.

The invention of the printing press in the 15th century drastically increased the production and distribution of texts in English, leading to its wider use.

Literacy rates in England grew significantly during the Early Modern English period, partly due to the availability of printed books.

This period saw a surge of important writings: the King James Bible, plays by Shakespeare, Marlowe, and Jonson, as well as philosophical, scientific, and theological works.

This refers to the changes within the English language itself during the Early Modern English period, like grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

This refers to the spread of English to other continents and its influence by global events, such as the slave trade and the expansion of the British Empire.

The first stage of the English language, around 450-1066, influenced by Anglo-Saxon culture. It featured a simpler grammar and vocabulary with different pronunciation.

The period from 1066 to 1500, following the Norman Conquest, when Old English blended with French. This period saw the development of key modern English features like the pronoun 'you' and changes in vowel sounds.

A specific era within the Renaissance (1558-1603), named after Queen Elizabeth I, known for its flourishing of literature, theatre, and exploration.

William Caxton's introduction of the printing press to England in 1476 revolutionized communication, making written materials more widely accessible and contributing to the standardization of spelling and grammar.

By the mid-17th century, English printing adopted consistent spelling rules, with distinctions between I/J and U/V becoming widespread. This contributed to a more unified language.

Despite standardization, English continues to have regional variations, with notable differences in vocabulary and pronunciation. These regional variations emerged from historical differences in language across different areas.

A religious movement in England during the 16th century that separated the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church.

The English king responsible for initiating the Anglican Reformation by breaking away from the Roman Catholic Church.

A period of English language history starting from about 1800 until the present day, characterized by significant vocabulary expansion.

The era in British history named after Queen Victoria, from 1837 to 1901, marked by a rapid increase of vocabulary and a wide range of writing.

A major technological advancements and development in manufacturing and transportation that significantly impacted the English language.

New words or phrases that are added to a language.

A scientific theory that explains how life on Earth has changed over millions of years.

A pseudoscientific theory that claimed to improve human traits through selective breeding.