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The Rise of Global Languages

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What was the main reason for bringing people of different language backgrounds together in the slave ships?

To facilitate communication among the slaves

To ensure their assimilation into European culture

To teach them a common language

To make it difficult for groups to plot rebellion (correct)

By the time of the first census in 1790, approximately how many people lived in the United States?

10 million

4 million (correct)

1 million

20 million

In which century did the settlements from England start moving west in the United States?

16th century

18th century

19th century

17th century (correct)

What was the main reason for the 'United Empire Loyalists' to leave the United States for Canada?

They were unable to stay in the new United States Signup and view all the answers

From which region did the majority of settlers in Australia come from?

The British Isles Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the British establishment of a penal colony in Sydney?

To relieve the pressure on the overcrowded prisons in England Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for a language to achieve a genuinely global status?

It is recognized as an official language or taught as a foreign language Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of introducing a lingua franca in history?

To help people understand each other across different nations Signup and view all the answers

What could be a consequence of having a global language?

The creation of a world elite Signup and view all the answers

When did English begin to spread globally?

During the 16th century Signup and view all the answers

What are the international domains in which English has penetrated deeply?

Political life, business, safety, communication, entertainment, the media and education Signup and view all the answers

What has been appreciated by millions regarding the convenience of a lingua franca?

The availability of a lingua franca to serve global human relations and needs Signup and view all the answers