THE REESTABLISHMENT OF ENGLISH

What was one of the events that marked a change in England's conditions after 1200?

• King John's hasty marriage to Isabel of Angouleme.

• England's loss of Normandy.

• The widespread adoption of English in the 14th century.

Which language significantly influenced English during this period?

• German.

• French (Anglo-Norman).

• Latin.

What was the main reason English became the third language in its own country during the Norman period?

• Lack of interest in the English language.

• English becoming a written language.

• Lack of official language regulation.

Who wrote the "Ormulum," and what was its primary purpose?

• A monk named Orm, to correct English pronunciation.

• Geoffrey Chaucer, to promote written English.

• King John, as a historical record of his reign.

What notable change occurred in spelling during this period?

• Differentiation between "v" and "u."

• Replacement of "o" with "u" in many words.

• Introduction of the "ou" spelling in words like "house" and "mouse."

What historical event influenced the perception of French as the language of the enemy in England?

• England's loss of Normandy.

• England's loss of Normandy.

• The Hundred Years' War against France.

What was the impact of the Black Death on the English population?

• Population growth.

• A significant population decrease.

• No significant impact on the population.

Which medieval author is mentioned as an important source of new words in English?

• Geoffrey Chaucer.

• Thomas Malory.

• William Shakespeare.

How many words are estimated to have been first recorded in Wycliffe's work?

• Over 500.

• Over 1,000.

• Over 10,000.

Which language served as an intermediary for many of the new words incorporated into English during this period?

• Latin.

• Greek.

• French.