History of Language Evolution

During which period did Latin influence the Celtic language?

Which Germanic tribes invaded Britain in 449?

• Angles

• Saxons

• Jutes

• Normans

What language replaced Celtic in Britain?

During which period did the English language begin to change and Modern English appeared?

• 1500

• 1475

• 1000

• 1476

Which language family is believed to have been spoken in Eastern Europe around 5000 B.C.?

• Indo-European

• Semitic

• Ural-Altaic

• Sanskrit

Which language family is believed to have influenced the development of English?

• Germanic

• Slavic

• Romance

• Celtic

What are the periods of evolution of the English language

called?

• Old English, Middle English, and Modern English
• Antique English, In-between English, and Current English
• Early English, Intermediate English, and Present-day English
• Ancient English, Transitional English, and Contemporary English

What are the languages spoken on the territory of the United

Kingdom today?

• French, German, Spanish, and Italian
• Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese
• English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic, and Irish
• Russian, Arabic, Turkish, and Persian

Why is English called the language of Shakespeare?

• Because English is the oldest language in the world
• Because Shakespeare invented the English language
• Shakespeare is considered one of the greatest writers in the English language, and his works have had a significant impact on the development of the language.
• Because English is the most widely spoken language in the world

Why are languages in continuous change?

• Languages are in continuous change due to climate change
• Languages are in continuous change due to cultural influences, technological advancements, and social interactions.
• Languages are in continuous change due to government regulations
• Languages are in continuous change due to lack of interest in preserving traditions