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Tibeto-Burman Languages: A Journey Through Linguistic Diversity

Description: Discover the intricate world of Tibeto-Burman languages, their diverse origins, and their impact on the linguistic landscape of Asia. Test your knowledge about these fascinating languages and their unique characteristics.
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What is the approximate number of Tibeto-Burman languages spoken worldwide?

  1. Around 200

  2. Around 400

  3. Around 600

  4. Around 800


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are approximately 400 Tibeto-Burman languages spoken across various regions of Asia.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is the most widely spoken?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Sherpa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Burmese, spoken in Myanmar, is the most widely spoken Tibeto-Burman language, with over 30 million speakers.

Where are Tibeto-Burman languages primarily spoken?

  1. South Asia

  2. Southeast Asia

  3. East Asia

  4. Central Asia


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tibeto-Burman languages are predominantly spoken in East Asia, particularly in the mountainous regions of the Himalayas and surrounding areas.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is known for its tonal system?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Sherpa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tibetan is renowned for its complex tonal system, where the pitch of the voice can change the meaning of words.

What is the name of the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in Bhutan?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Sherpa


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dzongkha is the official language of Bhutan and is spoken by the majority of the population.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is spoken in the mountainous regions of Nepal?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Sherpa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sherpa is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken by the Sherpa people, who reside in the mountainous regions of Nepal.

What is the name of the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Kachin State of Myanmar?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Kachin


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kachin is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken by the Kachin people in the Kachin State of Myanmar.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is spoken in the Arunachal Pradesh region of India?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Adi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adi is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken by the Adi people in the Arunachal Pradesh region of India.

What is the name of the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Nagaland state of India?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Naga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Naga is a collective term for various Tibeto-Burman languages spoken by different ethnic groups in the Nagaland state of India.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is spoken in the Sikkim state of India?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lepcha is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken by the Lepcha people in the Sikkim state of India.

What is the name of the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Ladakh region of India?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Ladakhi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ladakhi is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Ladakh region of India.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is spoken in the Mustang region of Nepal?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Loba


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Loba is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Mustang region of Nepal.

What is the name of the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture of China?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Jingpo


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jingpo is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture of China.

Which Tibeto-Burman language is spoken in the Nyingchi Prefecture of Tibet, China?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Lhoba


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lhoba is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Nyingchi Prefecture of Tibet, China.

What is the name of the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of China?

  1. Burmese

  2. Tibetan

  3. Dzongkha

  4. Lisu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lisu is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of China.

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