Philippine English Varieties
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What is a characteristic of an acrolect?

  • It is only used in very informal contexts.
  • It has a unique syntax that deviates from the standard language.
  • Its grammatical structures are similar to the standard language. (correct)
  • It is a variety of language that is not widely used.
  • What is the primary difference between a mesolect and a basilect?

  • Their geographical distribution.
  • Their level of informality.
  • Their frequency of use.
  • Their similarity to the standard language. (correct)
  • In which contexts is a basilect typically used?

  • Formal business meetings.
  • Academic lectures.
  • Government proceedings.
  • Very informal contexts. (correct)
  • What is a characteristic of a mesolect?

    <p>It retains features not found in the acrolect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the three varieties of language?

    <p>They are part of a post-creole continuum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Roman god of time, generation, dissolution, abundance, wealth, agriculture, periodic renewal, and liberation?

    <p>Saturn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Roman god was associated with war and agriculture?

    <p>Mars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Roman goddess of love, beauty, desire, sex, fertility, prosperity, and victory?

    <p>Venus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Roman god was associated with the underworld, ores, and precious stones?

    <p>Pluto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Roman god of the sky and thunder?

    <p>Jupiter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Roman god was associated with the sea, winds, and storms?

    <p>Neptune</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Roman god of beginnings, gates, transitions, and endings?

    <p>Janus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Roman god was associated with horses and horsemanship?

    <p>Neptune</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Roman king of the gods?

    <p>Jupiter</p> Signup and view all the answers

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