CLEAN: Cockney cash machines hope to revive dying London dialect

The video tutorial introduces Cockney rhyming slang, providing examples like 'apples and pears' for stairs and monetary terms such as 'pony' for 25 pounds. It highlights the cultural diversity in London, where various ethnic groups contribute to the evolving English language. The tutorial concludes with a reflection on the significance of Cockney slang.

What does the term 'pony' represent in Cockney rhyming slang?

• 500

• 50

• 25

• 10

In Cockney slang, what does 'sausage and mash' refer to?

• Cash

• A paper receipt

• A type of food

• A balance on Fleet Street

Which of the following is a Cockney slang term for £50?

• Speckled 10

• Monkey

• Nifty

• Double top

What is the significance of the Inner London area in terms of language?

• It has a declining population.

• It is a melting pot of different cultures and languages.

• It is known for its traditional English speakers.

• It is the origin of Cockney rhyming slang.

How do different communities in Inner London contribute to the language?

• By preserving traditional English

• By introducing new varieties of English

• By avoiding the use of slang

• By speaking only their native languages