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1. What does the term “New Englishes” refer to?

• English spoken only in the UK and the US

• English varieties developed in non-native English-speaking regions

• New slang words in English

• A simplified form of English for communication

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of New Englishes?

• Influence from local languages

• Unique pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary

• Exact replication of British and American English

• Development in former colonies or multilingual regions
  

Why is English considered “invisible” in Hong Kong?

• It is officially recognized as a unique variety

• It is widely spoken in daily life

• It lacks recognition as a distinct variety

• It is used exclusively in government settings

Which factor contributes to the invisibility of Hong Kong English?

• Strong Cantonese linguistic identity

• A complete absence of English in business

• English being the only official language

• The decline of Cantonese in Hong Kong

5. In which domain does English still play a crucial role in Hong Kong?

• Street markets

• International business sectors

• Traditional Cantonese opera

• Local casual conversations

Which of the following is an argument for recognizing Hong Kong English as a distinct variety?

• It has a unique phonetic and lexical system

• It is exactly the same as British English

• It is used by a large majority of the population daily

• It has an official dictionary and grammar books

What is a common argument against recognizing Hong Kong English?

• It has distinct pronunciation and vocabulary

• It lacks a stable linguistic system like Singlish

• It has unique features influenced by Cantonese

• It is widely accepted as a global English variety

What is Quirk’s (1990) view on New Englishes?

• They are fully valid English varieties

• They are incorrect versions of standard English

• They reflect social and cultural contexts

• They should be promoted in education

How does Kachru (1991) view New Englishes

• They have their own linguistic rules

• They should be eliminated from education

• They are simply mistakes in English

• They do not reflect cultural identity

According to the Native/Non-Native Debate, why is “nativeness” considered a myth?

• Only British and American English are real Englishes

• English is now shaped by speakers worldwide

• Native English speakers do not influence the language

• English does not change over time