Why is it important to protect endangered languages?

They contribute to cultural diversity

They are similar to endangered animals

What does the text imply about the knowledge contained in languages?

It can contain hidden knowledge not yet discovered

It is only useful for historians

It is irrelevant in modern times

What are "language nests"?

Preschools where kids speak nothing but Hawaiian

Schools where kids speak only English

What is the main purpose of this article?

To explain why languages become endangered and how to save them

To discuss the importance of learning multiple languages

To compare different languages around the world

To promote bilingual education in schools

What happened to Navajo during World War II?

It was used to create a secret military code

Which of the following best describes a "vulnerable" language?

A language children speak at home but rarely outside

A language with no living native speakers

A language spoken only by grandparents

A language parents understand but don't speak

What is unique about the Taa language of southern Africa?

It combines five distinct tongue clicks with other sounds

What important discovery was made through the Seri language?

That green turtles hibernate on the sea floor

How are endangered languages being preserved by the Endangered Language Alliance?

By recording songs, stories, and common words

By teaching them in public schools

What was significant about Hawaiian language education between 1896 and 1986?

It was not taught in public schools

It was the primary language of instruction

Who was Eliezer Ben-Yehuda?

The person who revived the Hebrew language

What is one way Native American languages became endangered?

Through boarding schools that forbade native languages

Through lack of written systems

What does the Apache language reveal about their culture?

Their importance of place names

What modern innovation helps Cherokee speakers communicate today?

A texting app in their native alphabet

How does the organization of information about endangered languages contribute to the author's purpose?

It fully explains different levels of language endangerment

It creates suspense about which languages will survive

It randomly presents facts about various languages

It argues that all languages are equally endangered

How does the author's use of examples from different languages support her purpose?

To show how languages give insights into cultural values.

It creates humor and entertainment

It confuses readers with foreign words

It shows which languages are most important

The author's use of examples from Welsh and Basque serves what purpose?

To illustrate how languages express ideas differently

To show these languages are more important

To prove these languages are endangered

To demonstrate which languages are oldest

What message does the author convey through the example of the Seri language?

Indigenous languages often contain valuable scientific knowledge

Ancient languages are too complex to understand

Sea creatures are important to indigenous cultures

Traditional languages are difficult to translate

What message does the author convey through the UN's language categories?

There are different levels of language endangerment

Languages naturally evolve over time

Some languages are more important than others

The UN controls language preservation

Why does the author include the example of Hebrew's revival?

To demonstrate that extinct languages can be revived with effort

To show that Hebrew is more important than other languages

To explain why Israel was created

What is the author's purpose in discussing language preservation efforts?

To inspire hope for endangered language survival

To criticize ineffective preservation methods

To promote specific language learning programs

To discuss technological advances

How does the author use the Cherokee texting app example?

To demonstrate how technology can help preserve languages

To show that traditional languages are outdated

To criticize modern communication methods

In the passage, what does the image indicate?

A speaker of the Breaton language in France.

A speaker of the Garifuna language in Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala.

A speaker of the Me’phaa language in Mexico.

A speaker of the Gurung language in Nepal.

In the passage, what does the image indicate?

A speaker of the Gurung language in Nepal.

A speaker of the Breaton language in France.

A speaker of the Garifuna language in Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala.

A speaker of the Me’phaa language in Mexico.

In the passage, what does the image indicate?

A speaker of the Me’phaa language in Mexico.

A speaker of the Breaton language in France.

A speaker of the Garifuna language in Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala.

A speaker of the Gurung language in Nepal.

In the passage, what does the image indicate?

A speaker of the Garifuna language in Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala.

A speaker of the Breaton language in France.

A speaker of the Me’phaa language in Mexico.

A speaker of the Gurung language in Nepal.

Which of the following best describes someone who speaks "fluently"?

Speaking smoothly and naturally without difficulty

Speaking with frequent pauses and hesitation

Speaking very loudly and clearly

What is the primary focus of linguists in their work?

Studying and analyzing languages and their structures

Teaching foreign languages to students

Recording audio books for publishers

The Case of the Disappearing Words Test Review

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7th Grade

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CCSS

RI.5.5, RI.7.7, RL.7.2

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

What is the main topic of the article "The Case of the Disappearing Words"?

Endangered animals

Endangered languages

Endangered plants

Endangered cultures

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

How many consonants does the Taa language have?

50 to 70

60 to 90

80 to 120

100 to 150

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

What is the main concern of the article regarding languages?

Languages are evolving too quickly

Many languages are endangered

Languages are becoming too complex

New languages are being created

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

What is the definition of 'linguists'?

People who study how languages work

People who study ancient artifacts

People who study animal behavior

People who study weather patterns

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

Approximately how many languages is Earth home to?

1,000

3,000

7,000

10,000

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

By what year are around half of the world's languages expected to disappear?

2050

2100

2150

2200

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

What is a common reason societies force minorities to give up languages?

To promote cultural diversity

To maintain cultural traditions

To fit into the majority culture

To encourage language learning

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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The Case of the Disappearing Words Test Review

60 questions

What is the main topic of the article "The Case of the Disappearing Words"?

How many consonants does the Taa language have?

What is the main concern of the article regarding languages?

What is the definition of 'linguists'?

Approximately how many languages is Earth home to?

By what year are around half of the world's languages expected to disappear?

What is a common reason societies force minorities to give up languages?

Why is it important to protect endangered languages?

What does the text imply about the knowledge contained in languages?

What language is Me’phaa associated with?

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