Unit 10.6 - The Language of Inclusion and Exclusion

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How did Jamaican immigrants in Britain in the 1950s experience exclusion through language?

Their style of spoken English was not readily understood by British people, reinforcing differences between immigrant resident communities.

What was the impact of language differences on young male gang members in New York?

They spoke fluently among their peers but often failed at school where a different style of English was spoken.

How is language linked to politics and social concerns?

Language contributes to the inclusion or exclusion of certain groups in society based on age, gender, ethnicity, and religion.

Why is group inclusion and exclusion relevant in the context of language differences?

It has often been linked to the power and influence of dominant groups in society. Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example from history where language differences resulted in unusual treatment.

Jamaican immigrants in Britain in the 1950s found their style of spoken English not readily understood. Signup and view all the answers

How does the language we use impact our self-identity?

The language we use and the groups we speak with are important aspects of our self-identity. Signup and view all the answers

What language became the official language of England after William the Conqueror's invasion in 1066?

Norman French Signup and view all the answers

Which religious group fiercely opposed the first translations of the Bible into English in England during the 1300s?

The Roman Catholic Church Signup and view all the answers

Under Spain's colonial rule, what language replaced Quechua and other Amerindian languages in much of South America?

Spanish Signup and view all the answers

What policy discouraged the use of minority languages like Māori in New Zealand during British colonization?

Children were forbidden from speaking Māori in schools. Signup and view all the answers

What language process led to the emergence of a functional mix of lexis and syntax among African slaves in the southern United States?

Pidgin Signup and view all the answers

Which movement in the 1960s United States exemplified the power of language to include those suffering exclusions?

Civil rights movement Signup and view all the answers

Under the South African apartheid regime, what language did the white government propose black children should be taught in?

Afrikaans Signup and view all the answers

What is a stereotype?

A broad generalization about one group by another with frequently negative judgements and labels. Signup and view all the answers

Which country reinforced negative stereotyping of Jewish people with official policy during Nazi Germany?

Germany Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the language process where multiple languages are partially fused to form a new language?

Creolisation Signup and view all the answers

What is the abbreviation of the word 'fanatic'?

fan Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of fan clubs and fan magazines?

To enable global communities to flourish. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of specialist knowledge in fan groups?

It gives status to group members. Signup and view all the answers

How do fan groups and websites exclude non-members?

By their ignorance of specific terms and often not allowed to post messages. Signup and view all the answers

What reinforces solidarity and group interests in fan groups?

Fan art and fan fiction. Signup and view all the answers

What crosses the boundaries between fiction and real life in fan groups?

When the original narrative is developed and actors in role can meet their fans. Signup and view all the answers

What is the global spread characteristic of English-speaking fan websites?

Fan groups develop sites for other regions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Harry Potter SnitchSeeker website mainly focus on?

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter books and movies. Signup and view all the answers

What are the common characteristics of fan groups and websites?

Provide a forum for sharing interests and ideas, specialist knowledge gives status to group members, allow like-minded people to meet, share a common language and jargon. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of merchandise in fan groups?

Bound fan groups together by the continuing spin-offs from the books and film. Signup and view all the answers