The Evolution of Language Diversity
Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on the evolution of language diversity, including the factors that have contributed to the development of different languages and the processes that have shaped their evolution over time. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: language evolution language diversity historical linguistics comparative linguistics |
Which of the following is NOT a factor that has contributed to the evolution of language diversity?
The process by which two or more languages merge and form a new language is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language family that has undergone extensive diversification?
The process by which a language gradually changes over time, resulting in the emergence of new dialects and eventually new languages, is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language that has been influenced by multiple language families?
The process by which a language becomes extinct is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language that is considered to be endangered?
The process by which a language is revived and brought back into use after it has become extinct is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language that has been successfully revitalized?
The study of the evolution of language diversity is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language that has undergone significant grammaticalization?
The process by which a language borrows words and phrases from another language is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language that has been influenced by language borrowing?
The process by which a language develops new words and phrases to express new concepts and ideas is known as:
Which of the following is an example of a language that has undergone significant language innovation?