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According to Michael Toolan, what name did he propose for the English language as it is used in international communication?
According to Michael Toolan, what name did he propose for the English language as it is used in international communication?
- Global English (correct)
- International English
- Transnational English
- Worldwide English
What did Michael Toolan suggest about the term 'English' in the modern world?
What did Michael Toolan suggest about the term 'English' in the modern world?
- It no longer reflects the identity the language has in the modern world. (correct)
- It is still appropriate for the language in the modern world.
- It is becoming increasingly rooted in ethnic homelands.
- It accurately captures the essence of the language in the modern world.
What did Braj Kachru suggest about the term 'English' in relation to its multicultural identities?
What did Braj Kachru suggest about the term 'English' in relation to its multicultural identities?
- The term 'English' accurately represents the sociolinguistic reality of the language.
- The term 'English' should be expanded to include other languages.
- The term 'English' is outdated in the modern world.
- The term 'English' does not capture the sociolinguistic reality of the language. (correct)
What did Michael Toolan propose renaming the English language to?
What did Michael Toolan propose renaming the English language to?
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According to Michael Toolan, why is the term 'English' no longer appropriate for the language?
According to Michael Toolan, why is the term 'English' no longer appropriate for the language?
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