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Linguistic Diversity in Europe

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What percentage of the European population speaks Indo-European languages?

Over 90%

Identify the three major language groups spoken in Europe.

Slavic, Germanic, and Uralic languages.

How does ethnic identity affect individuals in Liechtenstein?

They identify as Liechtensteiner rather than German, Austrian, or Swiss.

What is one challenge presented by linguistic diversity in Europe?

<p>The widespread use of English among young people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do minority languages play in Switzerland?

<p>They are used in street signs, schools, and media broadcasts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Indo-European languages in Europe

The most common language family in Europe, spoken by over 90% of Europeans.

Language diversity in Europe

Europe has many languages, but now more homogenous than the past.

Monolingualism

Languages preference for single language exposure, often in pre-school.

Ethnic identity and language

A person's feeling of belonging to a group or nation can be influenced by their ethnicity, even if they speak the same language.

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Minority language rights

Protection and use of minority languages in places like street signs, schools, and media (in some countries).