Dialects and Varieties of Malayalam

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of dialects and varieties of Malayalam, including their geographical distribution, unique features, and cultural significance.
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Which of the following is a major dialect of Malayalam spoken in the northern part of Kerala?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Palakkad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Malabar dialect is spoken in the northern districts of Kerala, including Kannur, Kasaragod, and parts of Kozhikode.

What is the primary dialect of Malayalam spoken in the southern part of Kerala?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Palakkad


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Travancore dialect is spoken in the southern districts of Kerala, including Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Pathanamthitta.

Which dialect of Malayalam is known for its unique vocabulary and pronunciation, often influenced by Tamil?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Palakkad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Cochin dialect is spoken in the central part of Kerala, including Ernakulam and parts of Thrissur and Alappuzha. It is known for its distinct vocabulary and pronunciation, influenced by Tamil due to its proximity to Tamil Nadu.

What is the name of the dialect of Malayalam spoken in the Palakkad district of Kerala?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Palakkad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Palakkad dialect is spoken in the Palakkad district of Kerala. It is known for its unique intonation and vocabulary, influenced by Tamil and Kannada due to its geographical location.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Malabar dialect of Malayalam?

  1. Use of retroflex consonants

  2. Nasalization of vowels

  3. Elision of final consonants

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Malabar dialect is characterized by the use of retroflex consonants, nasalization of vowels, and elision of final consonants.

What is the primary feature that distinguishes the Travancore dialect from other Malayalam dialects?

  1. Use of retroflex consonants

  2. Nasalization of vowels

  3. Elision of final consonants

  4. Unique vocabulary and pronunciation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Travancore dialect is known for its unique vocabulary and pronunciation, which is influenced by Tamil and Sanskrit.

Which dialect of Malayalam is known for its distinct intonation and vocabulary, influenced by Tamil and Kannada?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Palakkad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Palakkad dialect is known for its distinct intonation and vocabulary, influenced by Tamil and Kannada due to its geographical location.

What is the name of the dialect of Malayalam spoken in the Lakshadweep Islands?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Lakshadweep


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Lakshadweep dialect is spoken in the Lakshadweep Islands, which are located off the coast of Kerala.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Lakshadweep dialect of Malayalam?

  1. Use of retroflex consonants

  2. Nasalization of vowels

  3. Elision of final consonants

  4. Unique vocabulary and pronunciation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Lakshadweep dialect is known for its unique vocabulary and pronunciation, which is influenced by Arabic and Persian due to the historical trade relations between the Lakshadweep Islands and the Middle East.

What is the primary dialect of Malayalam spoken in the Mahe region of Puducherry?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Mahe


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mahe dialect is spoken in the Mahe region of Puducherry, which is an enclave surrounded by Kerala.

Which dialect of Malayalam is known for its distinct vocabulary and pronunciation, influenced by French?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Mahe


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mahe dialect is known for its distinct vocabulary and pronunciation, influenced by French due to the historical French colonial rule in the Mahe region.

What is the name of the dialect of Malayalam spoken in the Kasaragod district of Kerala?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Kasaragod


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kasaragod dialect is spoken in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, which is located on the border with Karnataka.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Kasaragod dialect of Malayalam?

  1. Use of retroflex consonants

  2. Nasalization of vowels

  3. Elision of final consonants

  4. Influence of Kannada vocabulary


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kasaragod dialect is known for its influence of Kannada vocabulary due to its proximity to Karnataka.

What is the primary dialect of Malayalam spoken in the Wayanad district of Kerala?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Wayanad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Wayanad dialect is spoken in the Wayanad district of Kerala, which is located on the border with Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Which dialect of Malayalam is known for its unique vocabulary and pronunciation, influenced by Kannada and Tamil?

  1. Malabar

  2. Travancore

  3. Cochin

  4. Wayanad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Wayanad dialect is known for its unique vocabulary and pronunciation, influenced by Kannada and Tamil due to its geographical location.

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