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According to Michael Toolan, what name did he propose for the English language as it is used in international communication?
Global English
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.
What did Braj Kachru suggest about the term 'English' in relation to its multicultural identities?
The term 'English' does not capture the sociolinguistic reality of the language.
What did Michael Toolan propose renaming the English language to?
Global English
According to Michael Toolan, why is the term 'English' no longer appropriate for the language?
It no longer reflects the identity the language has in the modern world.
Test your knowledge of the evolution of the English language with this quiz. Explore the cultural and linguistic shifts that have shaped English into an international language, and consider the arguments for reevaluating its name.
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