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What was the purpose of the word lists recorded on clay tablets in ancient Sumeria?
What was the purpose of the word lists recorded on clay tablets in ancient Sumeria?
- To create a language learning app
- To teach people the structure of cuneiform (correct)
- To create the first dictionary
- To compile a list of ancient Sumerian words
How did lexicography evolve alongside the languages of ancient civilizations?
How did lexicography evolve alongside the languages of ancient civilizations?
- It was limited to the study of Sumerian language
- It adapted to new languages as civilizations interacted (correct)
- It was only used for compiling dictionaries
- It was limited to the study of clay tablets
What is the primary focus of practical lexicography?
What is the primary focus of practical lexicography?
- Producing physical and digital dictionaries (correct)
- Organizing dictionary information
- Studying lexicon elements
- Translating languages
What is a 'gloss' in the context of lexicography?
What is a 'gloss' in the context of lexicography?
In what century did the word 'lexicography' originate?
In what century did the word 'lexicography' originate?
What is the primary focus of theoretical lexicography?
What is the primary focus of theoretical lexicography?
What was the primary concern of ancient lexicography?
What was the primary concern of ancient lexicography?
What is the name of the dictionary that formed the foundation of modern European lexicography?
What is the name of the dictionary that formed the foundation of modern European lexicography?
What is the responsibility of a lexicographer?
What is the responsibility of a lexicographer?
What is the focus of theoretical lexicography?
What is the focus of theoretical lexicography?
What is the main difference between ancient and modern lexicographers' duties?
What is the main difference between ancient and modern lexicographers' duties?
What is the name of the lexicographer who lent his name to one of the most popular dictionaries?
What is the name of the lexicographer who lent his name to one of the most popular dictionaries?
